About this role
This is a permanent position to work in our Cartago site, located in Zona Franca La Lima. Medical insurance, asociation, gym, cafeteria subsidy, free transportation and other, are part of our benefits package.
Job Function Summary The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for initiating, leading and following-up improvements related to production and administrative processes by utilizing lean manufacturing & continuous improvement techniques. The Continuous Improvement Engineer collaborates with the Value Stream Manager to drive continuous improvements using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. This role leads 6S initiatives, hosts Kaizen events, standardizes processes, and implements metrics to track improvements and cost reductions.
Major Areas of Accountability
- Working closely with the Value Stream Manager on continuous improvements by using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
- Responsibility for initiation, leading, implementation and follow-up on continuous improvement projects
- Lead the 6s initiative to ensure a strong foundation for stable manufacturing and improvements
- Host Kaizen improvement events, Value Stream Mapping, and other Continuous improvement activities ensuring projects are done according to budget and timelines
- Drive the standardization of processes and implementation of metrics and best practices
- Assist in set