Continuous Improvement Engineer

About the role

Join Crane Currency as a Continuous Improvement Engineer in Dalton, MA and lead high-impact initiatives that transform manufacturing performance, reduce waste, and drive real operational results.

Responsibilities

• Drive meaningful improvements across manufacturing and business processes using Lean Six Sigma principles grounded in the Crane Business System.
• Partner closely with operations, quality, and engineering teams to solve complex challenges and build a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead and support process improvement initiatives and training to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Conduct root cause analysis and apply statistical methods to improve process capability and reduce defects.
• Develop, implement, and sustain standard work and process documentation.
• Identify and execute improvements to reduce downtime, process interruptions, and delivery delays.
• Analyze data to evaluate project feasibility, prioritize initiatives, and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and implement CBS tools to improve operational performance.
• Collaborate with Safety leadership to identify and implement improvements in high-risk or problem areas.
• Map processes, identify gaps, develop solutions, and lead execution of improvement projects.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience or exposure to continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles (e.g., 5S, TPM) and Kaizen methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and apply problem-solving techniques, including root cause analysis.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence others in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and process mapping software.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience participating in Kaizen events.
• Experience with Six Sigma tools (SPC, control charts, capability analysis, Gage R&R).
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (or working toward certification).
• Experience with manufacturing systems (e.g., JDEdwards, SMART, Plant Apps, Master Control).

Benefits

We offer top-notch benefits, including medical, dental, vision, company bonus plan, 401(K) match and more. Discover more about our benefits here.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $75,000 – 88,000 annually. Pay is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, and location.

How We Will Care For You

We are a passionate team of 1,300 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values: People Matter Do the Right Thing Trusted Partner Innovate for Growth Always Improving Learn More About Our Values And Culture You can also check us out at:

Where We Are Your role is in Dalton, Massachusetts, a 45-mile drive to Albany, NY or Springfield, MA. Check out what makes Dalton a great place to live and work here:

Crane Currency is a drug free workplace. SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process.