HOERBIGER Corporation of America (HCA) is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to champion Lean events in our manufacturing plant in Pompano Beach, Florida. We are looking for a passionate Lean champion who is an excellent coach and trainer to work with the team on the shop floor. This person will be instrumental in building our Lean culture and leading kaizen events.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Find potential for Continuous Improvement opportunities by analyzing production patterns and technical requirements [Review drawings of parts, shop floor; Conduct process on how and why things are done; Speak to vendors on technical options to improve production processes; Calculate improvement potentials and present findings]
• Planning of LEAN events [Plan Kaizen events, Plan LEAN workshops; 5S workshops; Plan projects for implementation (who, what, when)]
• Execute LEAN events [Work with the team on the floor hands-on to run trails; Implement new processes, monitor production runs document the results; Install 5S items (shadow boards, floor lines); Install test fixtures, test tools]
• Track progress [Review project plans and team commitments against actual; Track savings and improvements against plan]
• Educate others in LEAN [Train operators to identify waste; Train people on process analysis and Future state design; Create Work Instructions for new processes; Train others on LEAN techniques; document training]

• Must be a Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• 2 or 4-year degree in mechanical, industrial engineering or business, alternative equivalent experience or combination of education and experience are accepted
• 2-years’ experience teaching and coaching LEAN techniques like 5S, KAIZEN, VSM
• 4-years’ experience in working in a factory environment
• Demonstrated experience in holding LEAN events, value stream analysis
• AutoCAD 2D drafting for floor layouts; 3D drafting experience (helpful)
• Able to use mechanical gauges to take measurement (indicators, micrometers, calibers)
• Able to understand geometrical tolerances GDT and check parts against it
• Ability and experience to use hand tools to assemble, disassemble, cut, drill
• Experience in managing teams, as well as managing projects
• Math skills to process measurement data; able to convert from metric to imperial and reverse
• Strong computer skills including minimum Intermediate level Microsoft Excel; experience with SAP helpful.

HOERBIGER offers a stable, team-based work environment with opportunity for advancement. Our robust benefits package includes: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance, company provided Short- & Long-Term Disability coverage and Life Insurance, FSA & HSA, paid Vacation, paid Holidays, paid Sick Days, paid Parental Leave, Tuition Reimbursement, 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching contributions. Relocation Benefits included for this position.

HOERBIGER Corporation of America (HCA), part of the global HOERBIGER Compression Technology Group, and is an industry-leading manufacturer of high-tech, reciprocating compressor valves and components used across the energy industry. HCA supplies these high-quality components to both original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and to related aftermarkets. HOERBIGER is also driving the recent green energy transition through innovation, know-how and our broad range of innovative products and services. HCA employs a team of 300 dedicated professionals in Pompano Beach, FL.

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