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Our goal is to provide quality products, components and services that meet our customer expectations while being committed to the protection and preservation of our environment. HYDAC’s passionate team designs and manufactures a comprehensive line of innovative and reliable solutions optimized any demand our customers require.\nThe Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer will combine hands-on manufacturing engineering expertise with a focus on driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies. The ideal candidate will support production operations, optimize processes, lead improvement projects, and foster a culture of operational excellence across our Birmingham, Alabama and Bethlehem, PA facilities.\nYou will make an impact in this role by:\nSupporting all Lean activities in Birmingham, Alabama, and Bethlehem, PA.\nProviding technical support to manufacturing departments to ensure design standards, quality, and cost targets are met.\nDeveloping and reviewing assembly methods, tooling drawings, floor layouts, and manufacturing cells.\nEstablishing product acceptance criteria and support pre-production runs.\nCollaborating with Materials and Quality teams to select vendors and develop work instructions and procedures.\nAnalyzing and evaluating current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop and execute improvement plans.\nLeading cross-functional teams in process improvement projects, including facilitating meetings/workshops and communicating project updates.\nTraining and coaching employees on CI methodologies, tools, and techniques.\nEnsuring that all projects and initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and objectives.\nTracking and reporting on the progress of CI initiatives, including identifying and addressing any barriers to success.\nCollaborating with key stakeholders to drive cultural change and create a CI mindset throughout the organization.\nIdentifying opportunities for automation, workflow optimization, and cost savings.\nCreating Value Stream Maps and other Lean documentation to visualize and improve processes.\nRequirements\nTo be considered for the Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer role, you must have the following minimum qualifications:\nRequired Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Manufacturing Technology preferred). Experience will be considered.\n5-7 years prior Manufacturing Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.\nAt least 5 years of experience in a CI/Lean role with a proven history of implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives.\nStrong knowledge of Lean methodologies and tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, or Shop Floor Management.\nSix Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent experience.\nProficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.\nAbility to read and interpret blueprints, apply geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T), and develop manufacturing layouts.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with all levels of the organization.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nProject Management certification (PMP or Prince2) a plus.\nLight 2D CAD knowledge.\nExperience as a Manufacturing/Production Engineer.\nExperience in factory planning and logistics.\nHYDAC offers employees a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, paid holidays, PTO, 401k with company matching, FSA account, short term disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.\nClick the “apply” button to be considered for this opening!\nHYDAC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 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