Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III

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What starts with YOU moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III based at our Berea KY manufacturing facility.

What you will do:

• Develop and maintain equipment specifications tooling requirements manufacturing processes work instructions quality inspection standards and accurate time studies to ensure safe and efficient production.

• Provide daytoday engineering support to assigned manufacturing areas troubleshooting issues optimizing processes and ensuring smooth operation.

• Identify lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methods mistakeproofing (PokaYoke) rootcause analysis and Six Sigma tools.

  • Level II: Lead small-to-medium CI projects.

  • Level III: Drive and mentor teams through complex CI initiatives.

• Research evaluate and introduce new manufacturing technologies equipment and tooling that enhance productivity quality and safety.

• Manage engineering changes to ensure documentation such as drawings routings and process standards remains accurate and up to date.

• Support crossfunctional projects such as new product introductions equipment upgrades layout improvements and capital projects.

• Maintain organized records for equipment processes routings tooling and qualityrelated documentation to support compliance and operational continuity.

Who you are:

• Thrives in a handson fastpaced manufacturing environment and enjoys solving problems.

• Communicates clearly and works collaboratively with production teams engineers and leaders.

• Is naturally curious and continuously seeks opportunities to make processes safer faster and more reliable.

• Balances technical accuracy with practical shopfloor execution.

• Manages multiple priorities effectively while staying organized and focused.

What you will need:

Level I:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required.

• 1-2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Level II:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required.

• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Level III:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering required.

• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS Certified Welding Engineer (CWE) certification or willingness to obtain certification.

• Masters degree in Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Welding Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related field.

• Experience with robotic welding systems preferably Fanuc robotic welding equipment and automation.

Skills Experience & Abilities

• Leadership abilities appropriate to the level (Level I: foundational; Level II: intermediate; Level III: strong) to drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with crossfunctional teams.

• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing process improvement techniques and structured problemsolving tools.

  • Level I: Participate on improvement teams.

  • Level II: Lead improvement teams.

  • Level III: Coach and mentor teams in CI methodology.

• Analytical and troubleshooting skills to diagnose issues and implement effective corrective actions.

• Strong planning organizational and timemanagement abilities; able to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.

• Solid written and verbal communication skills; proven ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Technical knowledge of key manufacturing processes such as machining welding mechanical and electromechanical assembly automation PLC fundamentals torque tooling and time studies.

  • Level III: Considered a subject matter expert in at least one major process area.

Who we are:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc. designs engineers manufactures sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks aftermarket parts and technology and energy solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials from Port to Home. As a global leader in the materials handling industry Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc has been building relationships with our customers suppliers dealers and employees for over 100 years. For more information about a career with Hyster-Yale please visit .

What we offer:

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling Inc offers competitive pay tuition reimbursement supportive work environment hybrid work option and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical dental vision and life insurance employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Relocation Assistance Available