Moog is hiring a Continuous Improvement Engineer

Moog is looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer to plan, organize, and conduct team-based improvement activities to develop solutions for complex challenges. You'll help build a lean, problem-solving culture by establishing strategic working relationships at all levels.

What You'll Do

• Optimize manufacturing processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement Lean principles to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead and coach cross-functional teams on lean manufacturing principles to develop innovative solutions.
• Lead value stream mapping and kaizen events to identify bottlenecks in Fabrication, Assembly, and non-manufacturing processes.
• Promote daily continuous improvement opportunities to foster a continuous improvement mindset.
• Design lean layouts, creating efficient and optimized floor plans for manufacturing processes.
• Take initiative to identify and lead key process improvement projects.
• Use critical thinking & problem-solving tools, such as A3 or other RCCA methodologies, to lead projects impacting strategic objectives.
• Support cross-functional strategic teams focused on reducing inventory, improving On Time Delivery, and reducing defects.
• Provide Lean training and coaching on tools such as Waste Reduction, Standard Work, Setup reduction (SMED), Continuous Flow and Pull Systems.
• Conduct effective kaizen events and project meetings to facilitate collaborative problem-solving.
• Manage various projects from start to finish and provide updates to the leadership team.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree: preferred disciplines are Industrial / Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years or more of working experience in Lean Manufacturing based activities (internship experience acceptable).
• Experience working in a manufacturing industry.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice to Have

• Experience in the aerospace industry.
• Strong understanding of Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, A3 Problem Solving, Visual Management, Flow, Kanban, etc.
• Lean or Six Sigma certified.
• Project Management certification is a plus.
• Experience with Visio, SharePoint, Power BI, AutoCAD (or similar) is a plus.

Technical Stack

• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Visio
• SharePoint
• Power BI
• AutoCAD (or similar)

Team & Environment

This role reports to the Lean Continuous Improvement Manager (Operational Excellence Manager).

Benefits & Compensation

• Annual compensation: $90,000–$120,000.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Annual profit sharing.
• Matching 401k.
• Ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Holidays and parental leave program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Mentorship and coaching opportunities.
• Leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Employee Resource Groups, cultural events, and celebrations.
• 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off.

Work Mode

This is an onsite position located in Torrance, CA.

Moog is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such affirms the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.