Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Continuous Improvement / OpEx Engineer
About this role
Senior Manufacturing Engineer role focused on designing and implementing advanced manufacturing processes while driving continuous improvement across operations. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing and involves mentoring technical teams, optimizing production efficiency, and leading Lean/Toyota Production System initiatives at a global architectural glass and building products manufacturer.
What you'll do
- Design, develop, and implement innovative manufacturing processes and equipment
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Toyota Production Systems methodologies
- Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and production staff to optimize operations
- Teach and coach team members on Lean tools: Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, Standard Work, FMEA, A3 analysis, and statistical methods
- Oversee manufacturing processes to ensure quality and efficiency standards
- Provide technical guidance and support to manufacturing teams on quality systems and procedures
What they're looking for
- Toyota Production Systems (TPS) and Lean principles
- Quality systems and statistical analysis tools
- Process design and equipment development
- Lean Six Sigma or equivalent certification
- Root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Process validation and gauge studies
- Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
Benefits
- Competitive health and benefits packages at low employee cost
- Flexible PTO, holidays, and floating holidays
- Pay-for-performance culture with annual raises and bonus potential
- Professional development and training programs
- Work-life balance support
- Career growth opportunities with 80+ facilities across five countries
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope manufactures architectural glass and building products, with a focus on window systems and metal processing solutions. The company is hiring manufacturing engineers, continuous improvement specialists, product engineers, and operational technology professionals to optimize production processes, drive operational excellence, and support facility operations.
View all jobs at Oldcastle BuildingEnvelopeLikely interview questions
- Describe your experience implementing Lean or Toyota Production System improvements—what was the measurable impact?
- How have you used FMEA, Control Plans, and statistical analysis tools to prevent defects or improve processes?