Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer

Cedartown, GA, United States

Job Description


HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

What We Need:

We are looking for a Manufacturing Process Improvement Engineer to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings - Operations team in Cedartown, Ga!

Utilizing knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, product design, materials and parts, fabrication and assembly processes, you will develop and refine production processes to improve labor performance, efficiency and profitability, by driving maximum ROI through rapid results.

What You Will Do:

  • Identify opportunities in manufacturing processes and methods resulting in improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
  • Perform research, design and develop manufacturing processes for production flow, assembly methods and fabrication equipment in accordance with product specifications and quality standards.
  • Initiate, drive and support operations continuous improvement strategies and lean initiatives.
  • Provide technical support and problem solving to support day to day operational needs.
  • Manage project timelines and execute actions to achieve project goals.
  • Coordinate and work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Sales, customers, and members assisting in process and product improvement plans and status.
  • Influence product design for manufacturability
  • Eliminate waste and streamline flow and processes using lean methodologies.
  • Drive visual management into all aspects of manufacturing environment.
What You Have:
  • Must be able to work for any employer in the US without sponsorship.
  • Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree, preferably in engineering.
  • 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to Lean manufacturing principles.
  • Demonstrated accomplishments in process improvements resulting in improvements in labor performance, efficiency, and cost savings.
What You\xe2\x80\x99re Good At:

Proactively identifying and prioritizing opportunities for improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Communicating ideas and recommendations for improvement professionally and clearly to all levels of the organization. Managing projects to completion, meeting goals and budgets and effectively utilizing resources.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation\xe2\x80\x99s leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.

As one of the larger employers in Iowa, HNI Corporation was recognized in 2018, 2019, and 2020 for the diversity of our Board of Directors and was named in 2020, 2021, and #6 in 2022 as one of America\'s Most Responsible Companies by Newsweek.

How we act today protects how we live tomorrow. Check out our CSR Report here:

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), are not just core beliefs at HNI - they are operational imperatives. We value each other\xe2\x80\x99s differences in experiences and ideas to solve problems and better serve our customers. Take a look at our DEI goals here:

We offer Benefits on Day 1, including a new voluntary benefit, Daily Pay! To learn about all the benefits HNI has to offer visit .

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HNI Corporation

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4371141
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cedartown, GA, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned