Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer
About this role
Hyster-Yale is hiring a Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer, full-time, on-site in Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL, in the INDUSTRIAL sector.
Job Title
Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer
Job Category
Engineering
Job Description
Bolzoni is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing operations through process improvement, automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing initiatives. This role will work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance across the manufacturing value stream.
The Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer will drive operational improvements, support new product introductions, and implement innovative manufacturing solutions.
Key Accountabilities
- Support day-to-day manufacturing operations by troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Poka-Yoke, and other problem-solving methodologies.
- Evaluate new and existing products, processes, and equipment for manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production documentation.
- Support automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing initiatives.
- Participate in CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6σ, and other applicable tools
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects and capital improvement initiatives and supports the BGPull
- Research and implement new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and process improvements.
- Maintain engineering changes, process documentation, routing information, tooling records, and quality documentation.
- Utilize AI-enabled tools and digital technologies to improve analysis, decision-making, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement efforts.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field; OR Associate's degree with 5+ years of relevant manufacturing experience
- 3-5 years of manufacturing, process engineering, continuous improvement, or related experience
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving methodologies
- Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management skills
- Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Knowledge of automation, robotics, PLCs and machine controls
- Knowledge of machining, welding, and assembly processes
- Experience with time studies, labor analysis, and Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience with AI tools and data-driven decision-making technologies
Job Type
Permanent
Time Type
Full time
Work Hours
40
Travel Required
No
Primary Location
Bolzoni US Sulligent, AL
Address
7711 US Highway 278
Zip Code
35586
Field-Based
No
Relocation Assistance Available
No
EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
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