Lean Engineer
Chicago, IL
Full Time
Guardian Equipment Inc
Experienced
Who We Are
Founded 45 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of industrial safety equipment. Our products – emergency eyewash and shower equipment – are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry. Product innovation, quality and service to our customers drive our success.
Proud To Call Chicago Home
We love Chicago and have always been here. Our 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets in Chicago. We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.
Why You Should Join Our Team
When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.
We are committed to employee engagement, continuously developing our team and promoting from within. We offer a workplace environment that rewards commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.
Position
The Lean Engineer will apply lean manufacturing techniques to improve product quality and consistency, reduce lead times, and increase efficiencies. Specific responsibilities will include:
Qualifications
We require a hands-on professional with superior attention to detail and the ability to think through problems and implement solutions. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
Compensation
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:
Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.
Founded 45 years ago, Guardian Equipment is a worldwide leader in the manufacture of industrial safety equipment. Our products – emergency eyewash and shower equipment – are used to protect workers in the event of a chemical spill or accident. We sell our products all over the world and are the largest player in our industry. Product innovation, quality and service to our customers drive our success.
Proud To Call Chicago Home
We love Chicago and have always been here. Our 80,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing facility are located in a state-of-the-art, LEED-Gold certified building at North Branch and Division Streets in Chicago. We have gated off-street parking, are close to I90 and have easy access to public transportation.
Why You Should Join Our Team
When we say that “our people are our biggest asset”, we mean it. Whatever your career goals are, we believe in developing talent from within. We create opportunities for dedicated employees to grow and advance. We promote from within and support continuing education, technical training and skills development. We reward commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.
We are committed to employee engagement, continuously developing our team and promoting from within. We offer a workplace environment that rewards commitment, talent and the drive for excellence.
Position
The Lean Engineer will apply lean manufacturing techniques to improve product quality and consistency, reduce lead times, and increase efficiencies. Specific responsibilities will include:
- Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes in product finishing, assembly, testing, packaging, material storage and handling, shipping and receiving.
- Work with all levels of the organization to question the status quo and continually make meaningful improvements.
- Use lean manufacturing and quality tools such as 6S, KPI, VSM, Kaizen, SPC, Pareto analysis, etc. in evaluating and implementing process improvements.
- Analyze and plan space requirements, workflow, and work force utilization. Design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Drive the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices.
- Establish training documentation regarding technical processes and systems, including robotics and man-machine interface.
- Coach and train employees in new processes and manufacturing methods.
Qualifications
We require a hands-on professional with superior attention to detail and the ability to think through problems and implement solutions. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Manufacturing Engineering.
- 5+ years of lean engineering experience in a manufacturing environment. Black belt certification in lean manufacturing required (?)
- Familiar with AutoCad and Solidworks. Able to read and interpret engineering prints and drawings.
- Able to aggregate, analyze, interpret and present data.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to present information, concepts and plans effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite products, ERP systems (such as MAPICS) and database systems.
Compensation
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary based on educational background, skills and experience level.
- Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan with vision and dental coverage.
- Short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Educational assistance program.
- (10) days paid time off, (10) paid holidays and (5) paid sick leave days per year.
Guardian Equipment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing and retaining a diverse work force and providing a safe and healthy work environment.
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