Michael Page
Continuous Improvement Engineer- Aerospace - Amherst, NH
Michael Page, Amherst, New Hampshire, us, 03031
Generous vacation, onsite dining facility, employee discounts, free onsite gym
Onsite free health clinic & 401K match, 9% target profit sharing
About Our Client
My client is a leading global producer of complex, precision-engineered investment castings and subassemblies. Serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and defense, the company specializes in manufacturing high-performance, thin-wall castings that contribute to fuel efficiency and advanced design capabilities. With a long-standing reputation for innovation, they have pioneered advanced casting processes that deliver lightweight, high-strength components tailored to meet the evolving needs of their customers.
Job Description
Continuous Improvement Lead - Aerospace, will:
Lead and facilitate Kaizen events to drive immediate floor-level improvements Conduct Gemba walks and coach team members on identifying and eliminating waste Implement Lean tools such as Standard Work, SMED, 5S, and Visual Management Develop and execute Value Stream Maps (VSM) to identify improvement opportunities Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, PDCA, A3, Root Cause Analysis) Coordinate and support Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs) across departments Perform Lean maturity assessments and assist with site-level Lean planning Mentor and guide junior Lean team members, helping to build team capability Train cross-functional staff on Lean principles and sustainment practices Support phased rollout of Lean initiatives across campuses Collaborate with site and corporate leadership to align improvement goals Contribute to the long-term development of a global Lean program Onsite daily at our Amherst,NH facility MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's Degree Previous experience in a quality, lean, or process engineer role preferred Lean Six Sigma Green/BlackBelt a plus Some proficiency or experience in core Lean tools: Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standard Work, SMED, 5S, and Visual Management Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Minitab, and other analytical tools Track record of implementing sustainable continuous improvement initiatives Local to Amherst,NH What's on Offer
Health & Wellness : Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans; health savings and flexible spending accounts; wellness incentives; access to a state-of-the-art fitness center; and discounts on fitness memberships. Work/Life Balance : Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, an onsite dining facility, employee discounts, and access to support programs. Financial Security : Retirement savings plan with profit-sharing, company-paid disability and life insurance options, and tuition assistance.
Contact
Isabel Reynes
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6818253
My client is a leading global producer of complex, precision-engineered investment castings and subassemblies. Serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, and defense, the company specializes in manufacturing high-performance, thin-wall castings that contribute to fuel efficiency and advanced design capabilities. With a long-standing reputation for innovation, they have pioneered advanced casting processes that deliver lightweight, high-strength components tailored to meet the evolving needs of their customers.
Job Description
Continuous Improvement Lead - Aerospace, will:
Lead and facilitate Kaizen events to drive immediate floor-level improvements Conduct Gemba walks and coach team members on identifying and eliminating waste Implement Lean tools such as Standard Work, SMED, 5S, and Visual Management Develop and execute Value Stream Maps (VSM) to identify improvement opportunities Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, PDCA, A3, Root Cause Analysis) Coordinate and support Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs) across departments Perform Lean maturity assessments and assist with site-level Lean planning Mentor and guide junior Lean team members, helping to build team capability Train cross-functional staff on Lean principles and sustainment practices Support phased rollout of Lean initiatives across campuses Collaborate with site and corporate leadership to align improvement goals Contribute to the long-term development of a global Lean program Onsite daily at our Amherst,NH facility MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's Degree Previous experience in a quality, lean, or process engineer role preferred Lean Six Sigma Green/BlackBelt a plus Some proficiency or experience in core Lean tools: Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standard Work, SMED, 5S, and Visual Management Strong data analysis skills using Excel, Minitab, and other analytical tools Track record of implementing sustainable continuous improvement initiatives Local to Amherst,NH What's on Offer
Health & Wellness : Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans; health savings and flexible spending accounts; wellness incentives; access to a state-of-the-art fitness center; and discounts on fitness memberships. Work/Life Balance : Generous vacation policy, paid holidays, an onsite dining facility, employee discounts, and access to support programs. Financial Security : Retirement savings plan with profit-sharing, company-paid disability and life insurance options, and tuition assistance.
Contact
Isabel Reynes
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6818253