Continuous Improvement Engineer – Simpsonville, KY
Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and lean transformation? Do you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments where your ideas and leadership can make a real impact? Forvia is looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our Simpsonville, Kentucky plant and help shape the future of performance and profitability.
What You'll Do :
As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you'll be a key player in deploying Forvia Excellence System & Principles (FES&P) across the plant. You'll lead initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Your responsibilities will include :
- Supporting the development and execution of site and departmental improvement plans.
- Leading the deployment of lean manufacturing principles to achieve plant performance targets.
- Coaching and training plant teams on FES tools and methodologies.
- Driving shopfloor engagement and improvement activities.
- Ensuring alignment between FES KPIs and plant financial performance.
- Collaborating with engineering and program teams to integrate lean principles from the design stage.
- Acting as a change agent to promote a continuous improvement mindset across the plant.
- Leading ergonomic assessments and improvements to enhance employee safety and comfort.
- Supporting and reinforcing lockout / tagout procedures to ensure safe equipment maintenance and compliance.
- Reporting progress to plant leadership and liaising with divisional FES experts to share best practices.
What You Bring :
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business.4–5 years of experience in a production or industrial environment.Proven ability to improve process KPIs using lean principles.Strong interpersonal and coaching skills.Fluent in English.Familiarity with lean tools such as standardized work, process layout optimization, and equipment validation.Understanding of ergonomic principles and lockout / tagout safety protocols.This position is not eligible now or in the future for new visa sponsorship of any kind, including candidates with OPT Practical Training visas.Why Join Forvia?
At Forvia, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to :
Lead impactful projects that drive real results.Collaborate with passionate professionals across departments.Grow your career in a global organization that values ethics, performance, and people development.