Continuous Improvement Quality Engineer
Position Summary
This role will be working within the manufacturing facility and will be responsible for maintaining facility organization, quality and improving manufacturing efficiency.
About the Role
Nation’s leading manufacturer of commercial kitchen ventilation systems, and now offering a complete solution of fans, heaters, ductwork and HVAC equipment. Our primary purpose is to provide fully integrated, sustainable HVAC Systems.
Leader in the industry for over 40 years with innovative technologies, unmatched service, competitive pricing, and rapid lead times.
Strong commitment to the development of our employees, including continuous education opportunities like sponsorship for Professional Engineering license and continuous education through weekly webinars and company developed technical videos.
Why Work for CaptiveAire?
We want to stay on the cutting edge and so are constantly sourcing and utilizing the best equipment available. Any position can provide feedback that is listened to and incorporated into processes.
CaptiveAire is fast-moving and no-nonsense. We operate differently than any other company that I've worked for with our decentralized structure. Quick action is taken when a good idea is presented.
We are on the front lines, actively changing the landscape of the HVAC industry.
What Our Employees Have To Say
I love the mindset of continuous learning and pushing the bounds of your capabilities and knowledge.
I love the people I work with and the environment, particularly in a world where remote work is common.
I love how CaptiveAire is all about connections, with customers, coworkers, end users, and everyone in between.
I appreciate most about CaptiveAire is how strongly it embodies the entrepreneurial spirit. I’m empowered with the autonomy to manage my work independently, while also benefiting from the robust support and resources of a large, well-established company.
Primary Job Responsibilities
- Help maintain a continuous improvement mentality with focus on Kaizen (small change for the better) across your facility
- Observe, investigate, and effectively communicate process improvement projects to all relevant stakeholders
- Collaborate with plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead to execute on process enhancements that maximize productivity for your location
- Proactively looks for process improvements and reducing or eliminating manufacturing waste in daily workflows
- Lead cross-functional teams while implementing 6S projects in various manufacturing workspaces
- Coach and mentor others on Kaizen, lean manufacturing, and 6S methodologies and practices
- Drive the standardization of processes and implementation of projects as assigned by the quality manager and corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
- Analyze and evaluate existing facility processes and procedures. Discuss possible Safety, Quality and Productivity related improvements to plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
Job Requirements
- 2-4 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on quality
- 4-year technical degree, in an electrical, electronics or mechanically oriented curriculum
- Excellent communication skills
- Meticulous and have exceptional attention to detail
- Experience analyzing data and identifying trends
- Multi-tasking and problem-solving a must
- Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and to maintain a safe work environment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to work standing for extended periods of time
- Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
- Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
- Able to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License
- Relocation assistance
Schedule
Salary $65k-$95k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.
Pay
Salary $65k-$95k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.
Qualifications
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Skills
Ability to work standing for extended periods of time
Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
Able to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently
Continuous improvement mentality with focus on Kaizen (small change for the better)
Collaborate with plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead to execute on process enhancements that maximize productivity for your location
Proactively looks for process improvements and reducing or eliminating manufacturing waste in daily workflows
Lead cross-functional teams while implementing 6S projects in various manufacturing workspaces
Coach and mentor others on Kaizen, lean manufacturing, and 6S methodologies and practices
Drive the standardization of processes and implementation of projects as assigned by the quality manager and corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
Analyze and evaluate existing facility processes and procedures. Discuss possible Safety, Quality and Productivity related improvements to plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
Experience analyzing data and identifying trends
Multi-tasking and problem-solving a must
Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and to maintain a safe work environment
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off (PTO) based upon tenure
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Tuition reimbursement, including for Professional Engineering (PE) License
- Relocation assistance
Schedule
Salary $65k-$95k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.
Pay
Salary $65k-$95k base, negotiable dependent on experience, with additional monthly bonus based on productivity and profits.
Qualifications
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Skills
- Ability to work standing for extended periods of time
- Required to use ladder, forklift or other means to acquire parts for product assembly
- Able to use power & hand tools, as well as electrical testing and measuring equipment
- Able to lift 35 to 50 pounds independently
- Continuous improvement mentality with focus on Kaizen (small change for the better)
- Collaborate with plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead to execute on process enhancements that maximize productivity for your location
- Proactively looks for process improvements and reducing or eliminating manufacturing waste in daily workflows
- Lead cross-functional teams while implementing 6S projects in various manufacturing workspaces
- Coach and mentor others on Kaizen, lean manufacturing, and 6S methodologies and practices
- Drive the standardization of processes and implementation of projects as assigned by the quality manager and corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
- Analyze and evaluate existing facility processes and procedures. Discuss possible Safety, Quality and Productivity related improvements to plant management and the corporate Continuous Improvement Lead
- Experience analyzing data and identifying trends
- Multi-tasking and problem-solving a must
- Strong emphasis on perfect product quality and to maintain a safe work environment