Continuous Improvement Engineer I

WHO WE ARE: Douglas Dynamics is North America's premier manufacturer and up-fitter of work truck attachments and equipment. Our belief is that our employees and culture are just as important to the company as serving our customers. We place a high value on building a team and working environment where individuals can succeed professionally and personally. As a team member at Douglas Dynamics, you can expect to make a difference through your work, to have a direct impact on the achievement of a very meaningful mission to serve our customers, to advance your career, and to have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.
We encourage you to consider joining our team, where we offer top notch benefits, multiple avenues for advancement and a great working environment.
HOW WE DO IT: Grow, Improve, and Engage is our focus as an organization to ensure we succeed by executing the right things. These are our Core Values and are How We Win in the marketplace. The Winning Behaviors are what each Douglas Dynamics employee does to support the success of our company. They are the expectations of all of us to help ensure we focus on winning as an organization the right way! Our Winning Behaviors are:

• Be Customer & Results Driven
• Anticipate the Possibilities
• Collaborate & Care
• Communicate Responsibly
• Develop Self & Others
• Get Better Every Day

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE: As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be responsible for consistently improving the overall efficiency and functioning of the Henderson manufacturing facility. This includes recognizing problem areas, developing improvement plans, executing those plans, providing assistance for employees by analyzing data. The CI Engineer I is responsible for execution and support of the Continuous Improvement initiatives in areas of safety, quality, delivery, cost and the elimination of waste from our processes.

• Act as a change agent in the organization by driving change and implementing Continuous Improvement processes, while utilizing and improving existing methodologies
  • Analyze, develop, ratify, implement, and standardize manufacturing best practices across the Henderson Operations with a thorough understanding of manufacturing and installation processes
  • Represent CI Engineering in cross functional teams on high impact projects
  • Develop and implement standard processes to be used within the manufacturing facility
• Utilize 8D, Five Why's & Practical Problem-Solving methodologies to ensure proper root cause elimination of problems

• Work directly with Shop Floor Associates to resolve process risks or issues to ensure a continuous flow of product within the facility
• Monitor product and process improvement milestones to ensure on-time completion and sustainability
• Assist with the facilitation of Kaizen events and other Continuous Improvement projects involving production, facilities layout, inventory control, quality, and administrative processes
• Provide analysis and recommendations to management for new improvements and initiatives
  • Assist in providing AR documentation and ROI for Capital Investments
• Recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost
• Prepares and maintains detailed layouts of buildings and equipment
• Development of cost standards and cost estimates
  • Assurance of material and labor efficiency
• Use ERP System for proper tracking of BOM and part changes
• Utilize Autodesk Inventor to implement Design for Manufacturing and ensure proper shop floor documentation

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

• A fulfilling career with the ability to contribute to an Industry leader
• A comprehensive suite of benefits
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• A generous 401k match

WHAT THIS ROLE NEEDS:

• B.A. or B.S. in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Agricultural, or Industrial Engineering preferred
  • Welding, assembly and/or fabrication experience is a plus
• 1-3 years of experience using solids-based 3D Modeling software
• Mechanical aptitude and problem analysis and resolution ability; solid decision-making skills.
• Technological skills required with knowledge of operation's manufacturing software, Microsoft products, including Excel and Word in Windows environment, as well as Autodesk Suite including Autodesk Inventor
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and a strong team player
  • Time management: ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
  • Ability to work independently
• Able to read and interpret documents such as prints, order requirements, and equipment specs

Our focus on integrity, teamwork, and high performance creates an ideal work environment for every one of our employees.
We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Discover our opportunities and come see all the ways you can do more at Douglas Dynamics.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Douglas Dynamics, LLC does not discriminate against qualified applicants in hiring based on race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.