Fluidra North America
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Description Fluidra is looking for a Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer to join our team in Portland, TN.
The CI Engineer - OpEX will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize performance. This role will lead improvement activities in the manufacturing facilities of NA.
Enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness by evaluating manufacturing processes for product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools to define, develop, and document manufacturing processes, create work instructions, process flow maps, and Standard Work
Establish processes and specify related equipment, fixtures, and tooling
Consult with equipment vendors and solicit observations from operators to support continuous improvement initiatives
Improve manufacturing by analyzing workflows, space requirements, and equipment layout to identify and propose solutions for areas of inefficiency
Analyze production, labor, material costs, future requirements, and production schedules to prepare reports and presentations with recommendations for senior management
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives
Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives directly or indirectly related to company strategy
Collaborate with quality and other cross‑functional teams to conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and problem‑solving activities to address operational inefficiencies
Hands‑on implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
Exercise extreme ownership
All other manufacturing support needs requested by management
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or related roles
5+ years’ experience working in manufacturing operations
5+ years’ experience in Lean, CI methodology
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies
Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) preferred
Proven ability to analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement data‑driven improvements
High mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Self‑motivated and capable of working independently or within a team
Excellent communication skills
Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Industrial or Mechanical preferred
Benefits
3 weeks of paid vacation
11 paid holidays
Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long‑term disability
401(k) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
Company‑sponsored FUN events
Generous product discounts
Company Overview Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‑Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy‑efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.
Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.
Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Manufacturing
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Description Fluidra is looking for a Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer to join our team in Portland, TN.
The CI Engineer - OpEX will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize performance. This role will lead improvement activities in the manufacturing facilities of NA.
Enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness by evaluating manufacturing processes for product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools to define, develop, and document manufacturing processes, create work instructions, process flow maps, and Standard Work
Establish processes and specify related equipment, fixtures, and tooling
Consult with equipment vendors and solicit observations from operators to support continuous improvement initiatives
Improve manufacturing by analyzing workflows, space requirements, and equipment layout to identify and propose solutions for areas of inefficiency
Analyze production, labor, material costs, future requirements, and production schedules to prepare reports and presentations with recommendations for senior management
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives
Support continuous improvement and lean initiatives directly or indirectly related to company strategy
Collaborate with quality and other cross‑functional teams to conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and problem‑solving activities to address operational inefficiencies
Hands‑on implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
Exercise extreme ownership
All other manufacturing support needs requested by management
Qualifications
3+ years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or related roles
5+ years’ experience working in manufacturing operations
5+ years’ experience in Lean, CI methodology
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies
Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) preferred
Proven ability to analyze processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement data‑driven improvements
High mechanical aptitude
Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes
Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills
Self‑motivated and capable of working independently or within a team
Excellent communication skills
Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Industrial or Mechanical preferred
Benefits
3 weeks of paid vacation
11 paid holidays
Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long‑term disability
401(k) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
Company‑sponsored FUN events
Generous product discounts
Company Overview Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‑Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy‑efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.
Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.
Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industry Manufacturing
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