Operational Excellence Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the cross-functional development, standardization, and optimization of manufacturing and business processes, including capital projects from concept through implementation to improve capacity, flow, and operational effectiveness.
• Collect and analyze operational and process data to identify inefficiencies, constraints, and performance gaps; conduct research on best practices, technologies, and methods to inform solution development and investment decisions.
• Lead larger scope projects with a solid understanding of problem-solving process and ability to apply to more complex projects not limited to manufacturing.
• Coach supervisors and operators on CI tools, standard work, and problem-solving behaviors.
• Lead the planning and execution of Ops initiatives, driving significant impact on operational performance.
• Drive and lead AMS culture change across the organization.
• Independently lead CI projects aligned to safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

Team Collaboration & Mentorship

• Facilitate collaboration across departments to align process improvement goals, provide guidance, and resolve roadblocks.
• Support leaders and frontline teams in developing foundational capability in AMS/Lean tools by providing basic training, technical guidance, and assistance with certification requirements.

Education And Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.

Experience: 2–5 years of manufacturing or CI experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities: Applied knowledge of CI and Lean methodologies, strong facilitation and collaboration skills, ability to influence without authority, comfort working with operational metrics and data.

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment. Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings. Regional day travel is expected with this role. Overnight travel requirements will be variable based on projects and business activities, expected up to 10%.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Our Benefits

Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)

Incentive Plans

401(k) with employer contribution and match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match

Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Program

Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.