Engineer, Productivity – Continuous Improvement

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Support an operational environment that fosters a culture of continuous improvement by implementing and maintaining effective systems.

• Drive improvements in productivity while leading, coaching, motivating, and engaging work teams to achieve operational goals.

• Collaborate with sites to enhance Covia’s Operations Management System, focusing on increasing work effectiveness and efficiency.

• Provide the necessary tools and strategies for teams to achieve their objectives.

• Assist in identifying systems that aid in debottlenecking and preventing loss.

• Develop and manage a portfolio of Continuous Improvement (CI) projects aimed at enhancing productivity, energy efficiency, and growth.

• Continuously assess personnel and work processes with the goal of fostering improvement.

• Identify innovative concepts and strategies for enhancing operational optimization processes.

• Facilitate workshops aimed at problem-solving and generating ideas throughout the organization.

• Deliver lean manufacturing training to staff members.

• Ensure that plant personnel receive comprehensive training on processes and new systems.

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of the Ways of Working.

• Focus on the development of KPIs, Visual Performance Boards, 5S, and Skills Training Matrix.

• Build and nurture a robust culture of personal and process safety across the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Management, Engineering, or Science from an accredited institution is required.

• A minimum of 2-5 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing and/or mining, specifically focusing on Production, Maintenance, and Energy initiatives.

• Ability to train plant employees in problem-solving techniques to achieve results.

• Self-driven to address challenges and navigate obstacles.

• Willingness to openly discuss opportunities for enhancing business performance.

• Excellent communication skills are essential.

• Strong analytical and technical abilities, capable of solving complex problems, innovating, and possessing a strategic business perspective along with financial acumen.

🏝️ Benefits

• Excellent Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental.

• 401K with Company Matching.

• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays.

• Disability Plans and Life / AD&D.

• Employee Assistance Program.