Job Description:
At Enovis™ we sweat the little things. We embrace collaboration with our partners and patients, and we glory in the grind of scientific excellence - with the goal of transforming medical technology as we know it.
Because that's how we change the lives of patients for the better. And that's how we create better together.
Job Title:
EGX Engineer
Reports To:
Vice President, Operations and Supply Chain
Location:
Houston (onsite)
Business Unit Description:
Foot & Ankle
Role Summary:
We're looking for a highly motivated and self-directed individual for our Lean EGX Engineer position. In this role the Lean EGX Engineer will be responsible for driving strategic alignment of continuous improvement activities across the Foot and Ankle business unit operations. The Lean EGX Engineer will lead efforts related to training, kaizen, process improvement projects, GEMBA walks, daily management, and productivity projects. This role will lead the lean journey, continuing to drive operational transformation and maturity. This role reports to the Vice President of Operations and will be actively engaged in all critical processes across the business to simplify work and drive improvement to deliver value to our customers.
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Key Responsibilities:
The following are the primary duties and responsibilities of this role. Other related duties may be assigned to meet the business need.
- Promote Lean Manufacturing practices by educating the organization in the use of lean principles.
- Utilize Lean Manufacturing tools (i.e., value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Gemba walks, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that drive operational improvement.
- Provide leadership by mentoring associates in the use of lean tools, ensuring transfer of knowledge, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
- Coach, guide, empower, and mentor production staff and supervisors in the use of Lean manufacturing tools.
- Collect and analyze data on plant processes, procedure, and performance using evaluation tools and make recommendations for improvement to Leadership Team.
- Track, Monitor, and report regularly on status of projects.
- Monitor product and process improvement milestones to ensure on-time completion and sustainability.
- Analyze, develop, ratify, implement, and standardize manufacturing best practices across the network.
- Audit all established Lean Manufacturing processes to ensure sustainability.
Minimum Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM-related field
- Certification in Lean or Six Sigma, with prior experience both leading and facilitating events
- At least 5 years of experience in operations, manufacturing, process improvement or related field. Medical Device experience is a plus.
- Ability to articulate clearly, professionally, and effectively
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task with little supervision
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality and sensitivity of business changes
- Ability to operate a computer and other general office equipment
Work environment | Physical Demands
- Ability to travel via automobile and/or airplane as needed (travel out of the Houston metropolitan area will be needed)
- Ability to tug, pull, or lift up to fifty (50) pounds
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Desired Characteristics:
- Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
- Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
- Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
- Problem solver: analytical minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker
"Creating better together". It's the Enovis purpose, and it's what drives us and empowers us every day on a global scale. We know that the power to create better - for our customers, our team members, and our shareholders - begins with having the best team, pursuing common goals, operating at the highest levels, and delivering extraordinary outcomes.
Watch this short on creating the next generation of better together at Enovis:
Better is... | Enovis
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Spending and Savings Accounts
- 401(k) Plan
- Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
- Income Protection Plans
- Discounted Insurance Rates
- Legal Services
ABOUT ENOVIS
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company's extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. Visit www.enovis.com to learn more.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Enovis provides equal employment opportunities based on merit, experience, and other work-related criteria and without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. We also strive to provide reasonable accommodation to employees' beliefs and practices that do not conflict with Enovis policies and applicable law. We value the unique contributions that every employee brings to their role with Enovis.
ABOUT ENOVIS™
Enovis Corporation (NYSE: ENOV) is an innovation-driven medical technology growth company dedicated to developing clinically differentiated solutions that generate measurably better patient outcomes and transform workflows. Powered by a culture of continuous improvement, global talent and innovation, the Company's extensive range of products, services and integrated technologies fuels active lifestyles in orthopedics and beyond. For more information about Enovis, please visit www.enovis.com.
EOE AA M/F/VET/Disability Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.