We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer – Continuous Improvement to drive operational excellence by identifying, developing, and implementing initiatives that optimize manufacturing processes. This role will play a key part in enhancing product quality, improving productivity, reducing costs, and supporting the Filtration Group’s mission to make the world safer, healthier, and more productive.

1. Process Optimization

• Analyze current manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement improvements to enhance product quality, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste.

2. Continuous Improvement Initiatives

• Lead or participate in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement activities.
• Define improvement goals, metrics, and action plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

3. Productivity Enhancement Projects

• Identify and lead initiatives to improve throughput and reduce lead times.
• Execute projects to streamline operations and maximize production output.

4. Data Analysis and Reporting

• Collect and analyze process-related data to uncover trends and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports and deliver presentations to communicate findings and progress to stakeholders.

5. Quality Assurance Support

• Partner with quality teams to ensure process changes align with quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective action planning.

6. Cost Reduction and Resource Optimization

• Evaluate and implement cost-saving measures across labor, material, and equipment utilization.
• Monitor ROI on improvement initiatives.

7. Documentation and Standardization

• Create and update standardized work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Train production teams on new processes and continuous improvement best practices.

8. Technology Integration

• Research and recommend automation and advanced manufacturing solutions.
• Support implementation of new tools and technologies to improve operational efficiency.

9. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to solve complex problems.
• Provide engineering support for troubleshooting and process stabilization.

10. Safety and Compliance

• Ensure process improvements prioritize employee safety and environmental responsibility.
• Support safety audits and adherence to all applicable regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on process improvement.
• Proven application of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data/statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate.
• Familiarity with CAD software and manufacturing automation (preferred).
• Knowledge of safety, regulatory, and industry-specific compliance standards.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking
• Problem-Solving
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Project Management
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Team Collaboration
• Communication
• Adaptability

More About Filtration Group

Filtration Group is on a mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive. With a passionate workforce, global footprint and world class engineering and manufacturing capabilities, we are driving innovation and developing solutions across a broad spectrum of applications in the fast-growing and rapidly-evolving global filtration industry. We are committed to maintaining an entrepreneurial culture built on a foundation of trust and in which our leaders exhibit a strong bias for action.   

The Company began in 2009 and has rapidly grown organically and through a thoughtful acquisition strategy to be a global leader in the highly attractive filtration industry. Filtration Group has the broadest portfolio of solutions in the industry and has had a particular focus on building a leading platform of solutions focused on the Life Sciences and Indoor Air Quality end markets which are rapidly growing in the current market environment. Filtration Group produces mission critical products with high replacement rates.  Over 80 percent of the Company’s revenue comes from replacement / consumable products, many of which are specified into customer’s products or processes.  With revenues over $2 billion, Filtration Group is consistently recognized as the fastest growing and one of the largest filtration businesses in the world and has a global footprint of 141 facilities in 28 countries. Filtration Group has over 10,000 employees who are united in their Mission to make the world safer, healthier and more productive.