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Continuous Improvement Engineer with Apex International at our Eden Prairie or Chaska location
Continuous Improvement Engineer with Apex International at our Eden Prairie or Chaska locationApex International • Eden Prairie, MN, US
Continuous Improvement Engineer with Apex International at our Eden Prairie or Chaska location

Continuous Improvement Engineer with Apex International at our Eden Prairie or Chaska location

Apex International • Eden Prairie, MN, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

At Apex International , we pride ourselves on being a high-quality manufacturer of over the counter personal care, and household products. We create collaborative partnerships with customers ranging from global Fortune 100 companies to entrepreneurial start-ups.

We are currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer at either our Eden Prairie or Chaska location. This role will report to the VP of Maintenance and Engineering and will be at the forefront of implementing and maintaining key processes through the entire Compounding and Filling operation to improve safety, quality, and productivity to support business growth. In partnership with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering, the successful candidate would use a data-driven approach to determine the areas to focus on for improvement and implement action plans to deliver results.

Job Summary

The continuous improvement engineer is often a mechanical engineering professional with experience in manufacturing and preferability in a consumer packaged goods environment (food, beverages, makeup, and / or household products). The CI engineer will be focused on testing and evaluating processes and procedures to locate inefficiencies, make recommendations, and implement improvements to quality, productivity, safety, and cost. The main objective of this role is to lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve plant throughput and reduce scrap and yield loss.

Key Job Accountabilities

Process Improvement and Optimization

  • Identify, evaluate, develop, specify, justify, install, and start up process improvements to

increase line efficiency and reduce unscheduled downtime.

  • Investigate, experiment and implement processes to maximize productivity.
  • Provides manufacturing with packaging and technical engineering support to implement new products and processes into production.
  • Proactive problem solving based on analysis of corrective actions as assigned.
  • Implementing technical and technological developments based on proactive problem-solving as assigned.
  • Evaluate current processes, determine their effectiveness, identify opportunities and recommend strategies for improvement.
  • Lead process improvement projects to meet business objectives and deliver quantifiable results using lean and six sigma methodologies.
  • Assist in leading layout optimizations for new product development projects in the plant.
  • Responsible to lead continuous improvement manufacturing efforts and can manage safety, quality, and productivity improvement projects to support rapid improvement.
  • Provide recommendations in the selection of new machines, tooling, automation and processes required to meet safety, quality, and productivity objectives.
  • Analyzing the existing operations and initiating process improvements using time studies, line balancing and other tools.
  • Training and Team Development

  • Provide tactical coaching on Continuous Improvement Techniques (SMED, DMAIC, Root
  • Cause Analysis).

  • Mentor and train operations staff on continuous improvement principles.
  • Install and support organizational supports for Continuous Improvement (reviews, communications, rewards, software).
  • Project Management

  • Create and maintain an environment of continuous improvement by actively managing projects to improve overall quality and productivity.
  • Participate and present in operations and business reviews as required.
  • Primary point of contact for continuous improvement in manufacturing.
  • Required Experience and Skills

  • Minimum of 3 years of previous experience in an Engineering role, preferably within a
  • consumer-packaged goods (or related) industry.

  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited University is highly preferred but not required.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles, machine tools, and plant equipment.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with operations to enable cost savings and product quality improvement.
  • Experience with GMP guidelines and FDA regulations.
  • Manufacturing scale up processes.
  • Proven track record of independently managing projects from conception to completion.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with a multicultural and diverse team and influence other departments and senior managers.
  • Advanced computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite of applications.
  • Process certifications, such as a Six Sigma belt is preferred but not required.
  • Project management certification through Project Management Institute, American Society for the Advancement of Project Management, or other project certification is preferred but not required.
  • Advanced presentation and influential skills, proven ability to speak and present to all members of an organization, including both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Work Demands

  • This position could require significant work hours beyond the normal workday as required by the business cycle, customer volume of business, and specific sales efforts underway. It has a high demand for tight deadlines. This position will experience moderate interruption in workflow. It has a low rate of overnight and day travel.
  • Work Schedule

  • This position usually works 8-10 hours between 7 : 00 a.m. and 7 : 00 p.m. However, the hours of work are flexible and will fluctuate based on the needs of the business and the customers. The job may require a maximum of 5-20 hours of work beyond the normal work-week schedule, depending on work demands. The work hours can vary depending on customer requirements and staffing.
  • Benefits :

  • Annual starting salary range of $70,000 - $80,000 DOE
  • Medical, Rx, Dental and vision benefits
  • Company paid Short term & Long-term Disability
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • Optional Life Insurance for employee, spouse and children
  • Flexible Spending Account options for child and health care
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Additional Information

    Apex International's dynamic nature, unwavering commitment to quality, implementation of Lean Manufacturing practices, financial strength, unwavering focus on customer satisfaction and problem-solving employees have propelled us to become a prominent industry leader in contract manufacturing for the personal and home care sector.

    As a leader in contract manufacturing, Apex stands out due to :

  • Unrivaled commitment to quality : Apex sets itself apart with its measurable advantage in delivering products of the highest quality standards.
  • Emphasis on Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement : Apex is dedicated to implementing Lean Manufacturing practices, constantly seeking ways to optimize processes and enhance efficiency.
  • Financial Strength as a privately held, single-owner company : As a privately held company with strong financial stability, Apex ensures reliability and long-term partnership opportunities.
  • Customer-focused and problem-solving employees : Apex boasts a team of highly skilled and dedicated employees who excel in customer service and possess exceptional problem-solving abilities. Our commitment to meeting customer needs is unparalleled.
  • Apex International offers a hybrid work schedule, with our team onsite two or three days per week. Our manufacturing locations are in Eden Prairie and Chaska, MN, and our corporate office is in Eden Prairie, MN. This role would require travel weekly to either or both locations, depending on project and work needs.

    Apex International Inc. is an equal-opportunity Employer.

    Keywords and relevant job titles

  • continuous improvement, industrial engineer, chemical engineer, Six Sigma, 5S, kaizen, product engineer, compounding, quality, production, black belt, green belt, DMAIC, personal care product, make-up, cosmetics, packaging, customer-facing, customer focus, solutions engineering, leadership
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