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Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Eaton

Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

Sumter, SC

Eaton's ES AMER ARS division is currently seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer in Sumter, SC. Relocation assistances is offered to candidates that live 50 miles outside of the Sumter, SC facility.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $83250.0 - $122100.0 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

In the Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer role you will manage, plan, coordinate, and lead the deployment of the Eaton Lean System (ELSS) and Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF) throughout the Sumter facility in support of strategic goals and objectives.

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  • Lead Kaizen/Rapid Improvement Events: Spearhead impactful improvement events to enhance processes at our Sumter facility.
  • Drive Process Improvements: Utilize ELSS and CIF tools to identify and implement process enhancements.
  • Develop Long-Term CI Roadmap: Collaborate on creating and deploying a comprehensive continuous improvement roadmap for the facility.
  • Train and Mentor: Act as the go-to expert on ELSS and CIF tools, training and mentoring others to build a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Conduct ELSS Assessments: Assist with ELSS assessments to ensure we are meeting our high standards.
  • Lead Cost-Out Projects: Drive cost-saving initiatives and activities to improve efficiency.
  • Support Operational Excellence: Contribute to other areas of Operational Excellence, including EHS and EQMS, as needed.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 1 years of manufacturing / continuous improvement experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering from and accredited institution
• 3 years manufacturing / Continuous improvement experience
• Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
• Continuous Improvement (CI) Certifications

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Client-provided location(s): Sumter, SC, USA
Job ID: Eaton-43622Sumter
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)