Boyd
Job Title
Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location Boyd Corporation – Woburn, MA
About Boyd Corporation Boyd Corporation is a trusted global leader in engineered materials and thermal management solutions that enable innovation and performance in the world’s most demanding industries — from aerospace and defense to medical, electronics, and industrial markets. With over 90 years of expertise and more than 30 manufacturing and engineering facilities worldwide, Boyd partners with customers to solve complex challenges by designing and manufacturing mission‑critical solutions.
Our Woburn, MA facility is a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where talented people come together to deliver engineering excellence. We are proud to offer a culture focused on innovation, professional growth, and continuous improvement — making Boyd a great place to build a rewarding career.
About The Role We are seeking an Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer (CIP) to lead efficiency and process improvement initiatives within our assembly department and support plantwide productivity enhancements. This role will apply proven methodologies — including Toyota Production System (TPS), Lean, and Six Sigma — to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and sustain measurable gains in quality, safety, delivery, and cost.
In addition to driving continuous improvement, the CIP Engineer will also play a key role in capital investment planning and execution, partnering with operations and leadership teams to evaluate, justify, and implement new equipment and technology that enhances capacity, capability, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the assembly department, with a focus on productivity, flow, and defect reduction.
Support and facilitate plantwide efficiency projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to standardize best practices and implement lean methodologies.
Conduct time studies, root cause analyses, and value stream mapping to identify opportunities and eliminate waste.
Drive kaizen events and train employees in problem‑solving tools (5S, A3, PDCA, standard work, etc.).
Develop business cases for capital investments, including ROI and payback analyses.
Manage capital projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with plant strategy and CI goals.
Track improvement and investment metrics, report progress to leadership, and ensure gains are sustained over time.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement across all levels of the plant.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or industrial engineering.
Hands‑on experience with Lean/TPS tools (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, etc.).
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to translate data into actionable improvements.
Experience with capital investment planning and project management.Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across departments and levels.
Experience in an assembly/manufacturing environment (aerospace/defense preferred).
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification a plus.
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead impactful continuous improvement and capital investment projects in a high‑tech, aerospace‑focused facility.
Career growth in a global organization committed to innovation and operational excellence.
Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
A culture that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.
EEO Statement Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Location Boyd Corporation – Woburn, MA
About Boyd Corporation Boyd Corporation is a trusted global leader in engineered materials and thermal management solutions that enable innovation and performance in the world’s most demanding industries — from aerospace and defense to medical, electronics, and industrial markets. With over 90 years of expertise and more than 30 manufacturing and engineering facilities worldwide, Boyd partners with customers to solve complex challenges by designing and manufacturing mission‑critical solutions.
Our Woburn, MA facility is a fast‑paced, collaborative environment where talented people come together to deliver engineering excellence. We are proud to offer a culture focused on innovation, professional growth, and continuous improvement — making Boyd a great place to build a rewarding career.
About The Role We are seeking an Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer (CIP) to lead efficiency and process improvement initiatives within our assembly department and support plantwide productivity enhancements. This role will apply proven methodologies — including Toyota Production System (TPS), Lean, and Six Sigma — to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and sustain measurable gains in quality, safety, delivery, and cost.
In addition to driving continuous improvement, the CIP Engineer will also play a key role in capital investment planning and execution, partnering with operations and leadership teams to evaluate, justify, and implement new equipment and technology that enhances capacity, capability, and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Lead continuous improvement initiatives in the assembly department, with a focus on productivity, flow, and defect reduction.
Support and facilitate plantwide efficiency projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
Partner with production, engineering, and quality teams to standardize best practices and implement lean methodologies.
Conduct time studies, root cause analyses, and value stream mapping to identify opportunities and eliminate waste.
Drive kaizen events and train employees in problem‑solving tools (5S, A3, PDCA, standard work, etc.).
Develop business cases for capital investments, including ROI and payback analyses.
Manage capital projects from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with plant strategy and CI goals.
Track improvement and investment metrics, report progress to leadership, and ensure gains are sustained over time.
Champion a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement across all levels of the plant.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or industrial engineering.
Hands‑on experience with Lean/TPS tools (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, etc.).
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to translate data into actionable improvements.
Experience with capital investment planning and project management.Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across departments and levels.
Experience in an assembly/manufacturing environment (aerospace/defense preferred).
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification a plus.
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead impactful continuous improvement and capital investment projects in a high‑tech, aerospace‑focused facility.
Career growth in a global organization committed to innovation and operational excellence.
Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities.
A culture that values teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.
EEO Statement Boyd Corp is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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