Continuous Improvement Engineer I-III - 2nd Shift at Hyster-Yale
Berea, KY
About the Job
Job Title
Continuous Improvement Engineer I-III - 2nd ShiftJob Family
Job Description
What starts with YOU, moves the world!
Hyster-Yale Group, Inc. (HYG), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Continuous Improvement Engineer – 2nd Shift field based in Berea, Kentucky.
What you will do:
- Identify & lead continuous improvement activities in manufacturing processes including automation, robotics, and digital systems
- Perform validation of manufacturing processes to verify process objectives meet engineering requirements
- Perform validation of new and existing processes / parts for manufacture and / or assembly utilizing DFT guidelines including capability studies, gauge R&R analysis, and other validation techniques
- Perform NCR process to determine causes and actions needed to resolve issues (Customer Facing) and provide feedback through Contact Management system
- Specify and justify suitable process validation equipment and gauging to meet engineering standards
- Solve day to day quality issues from NCR's, Line faults, FTTq, PDI, TDQ, and other sources
- Lead warranty cost reduction through problem identification and resolution using Quality Tools
- Lead teams using CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6σ, and other applicable tools
- Able to flex across at least two value streams to provide support to different processes
- Provides support to Innovation and Automation Strategy
- Provides support to New Product Introduction (NPI) Team
What you will need:
Continuous Improvement Engineer I
- Bachelor’s degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
- 3-5 years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
Continuous Improvement Engineer II
- Bachelor’s degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 5 – 7 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
- 5 - 7 years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
Continuous Improvement Engineer III
- Bachelor’s degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 7 – 10 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
- 7 - 10 years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts. Ability to interact with small groups.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to participate on teams completing continuous improvement projects.
- Analytical ability to resolve minor problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.
- Skills in planning/organizing and time management. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement.
- Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function as a team player.
- Knowledge of Quality tools such as APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, 6σ, lean manufacturing, auditing, torque, and computer applications.
Who we are:
HYG designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, HYG have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.
What we offer:
Hyster-Yale Group offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).
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Job ID
JC1086Employment Type
Full timeWork Hours
Travel Required
1-10%Primary Location
HYG US Berea, KYAddress
2200 Menelaus PikeZip Code
40403Field-Based
NoRelocation Assistance Available
No