Continuous Improvement Specialist
Ernest Gordon Recruitment, Marathon, IA, United States
Continuous Improvement Specialist - Precision Manufacturing
$100,000 +Benefits +Career Progression Opportunities
Are you a Continuous Improvement professional who thrives on identifying inefficiencies, optimizing processes, and driving measurable operational improvements on the shop floor?
Do you want to join a growing manufacturing organisation where your work will directly influence productivity, cost reduction, and future innovation?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing company seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to grow their career and enhance operational efficiency and support long-term growth initiatives by being part of the leadership team focusing on identifying process improvements, reducing waste and supporting operational excellence across machining and production operations.
The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys really digging into operations and implementing practical improvements that deliver measurable results and will want to play a key role in driving smarter, leaner operations while helping position the business for future advancements in automation, robotics, and AI-supported manufacturing technologies.
This is a strong opportunity to offer your knowledge and guidance to a leadership team that will value your recommendations for business and operational improvement whilst exploring avenues in AI and Robotics.
THE ROLE:
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across machining and manufacturing operations to reduce waste and improve productivity.
Work closely with shop floor teams to analyze workflows, production processes, and operational inefficiencies.
Develop and support process improvement strategies, including lean manufacturing principles and operational best practices.
Collaborate with leadership to drive operational excellence initiatives and support long-term automation and technology integration projects.
THE PERSON:
Proven experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or manufacturing process improvement.
Strong shop floor experience within machining or manufacturing environments.
Self‑motivated with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions.
Comfortable working closely with operations teams and leadership to deliver measurable improvements.
Analytical mindset with a focus on waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process optimization.
Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Machining Operations, Waste Reduction, Manufacturing Efficiency
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your resume, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Desired Skills and Experience Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Machining Operations, Waste Reduction, Manufacturing Efficiency
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$100,000 +Benefits +Career Progression Opportunities
Are you a Continuous Improvement professional who thrives on identifying inefficiencies, optimizing processes, and driving measurable operational improvements on the shop floor?
Do you want to join a growing manufacturing organisation where your work will directly influence productivity, cost reduction, and future innovation?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing company seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to grow their career and enhance operational efficiency and support long-term growth initiatives by being part of the leadership team focusing on identifying process improvements, reducing waste and supporting operational excellence across machining and production operations.
The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys really digging into operations and implementing practical improvements that deliver measurable results and will want to play a key role in driving smarter, leaner operations while helping position the business for future advancements in automation, robotics, and AI-supported manufacturing technologies.
This is a strong opportunity to offer your knowledge and guidance to a leadership team that will value your recommendations for business and operational improvement whilst exploring avenues in AI and Robotics.
THE ROLE:
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across machining and manufacturing operations to reduce waste and improve productivity.
Work closely with shop floor teams to analyze workflows, production processes, and operational inefficiencies.
Develop and support process improvement strategies, including lean manufacturing principles and operational best practices.
Collaborate with leadership to drive operational excellence initiatives and support long-term automation and technology integration projects.
THE PERSON:
Proven experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or manufacturing process improvement.
Strong shop floor experience within machining or manufacturing environments.
Self‑motivated with the ability to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions.
Comfortable working closely with operations teams and leadership to deliver measurable improvements.
Analytical mindset with a focus on waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process optimization.
Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Machining Operations, Waste Reduction, Manufacturing Efficiency
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up‑to‑date copy of your resume, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Desired Skills and Experience Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Machining Operations, Waste Reduction, Manufacturing Efficiency
#J-18808-Ljbffr