Lean Engineering Coordinator

Who We Are:

Lippert is a leading, global manufacturer and supplier of highly engineered products and customized solutions, dedicated to shaping, growing and bettering the RV, marine, automotive, commercial vehicle and building products industries. We combine our strategic manufacturing capabilities with the power of our winning team culture to deliver unrivaled customer service, award-winning innovation, and premium products to all of our customers.

Lippert is seeking a Lean Engineering Coordinator to develop and implement engineering improvements in the manufacturing process by studying product manufacturing methods and process flows. Specific duties include: 1) using methods to automate manual processes to improve throughput and quality while improving margins and KPIs, and promote data-driven decision-making; 2) identifying and providing engineering project management support for larger projects; 3) providing training relative to Lean Principles and Industrial Engineering; 4) preparing and maintaining Gantt charts and creating and implementing Value Stream Mapping (VSM) charts and Theory of Constraints (TOC) to improve efficiency; 5) providing support for continuous engineering improvement activities; 6) developing ROI arguments to justify equipment; 7) working with vendors to coordinate building automated equipment; 8) preparing time and motion studies, Bill of Materials (BOMs), routings, and work instructions; 9) participating in Lean events and following up on approved improvements to ensure effectiveness; 10) providing leadership coaching by guiding activities; 11) providing support for any major equipment and process installation and setup; 12) working with Operation Management to establish goals for improvement in safety, quality, and productivity; 13) charting process flow, control plans, and PFMEA; 14) developing layouts in AutoCad, DWG if required; 15) performing engineering research on best materials and methods for manufacturing; 16) creating and producing supporting documentation required for CAPEX on equipment; 17) using Lean and Six Sigma concepts to create and develop quality standards for industrial manufacturing processes; and 18) launching Kaizen events. Up to 10% domestic (national) travel per year to visit vendors and suppliers.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field and 5 years related (progressive, post-baccalaureate) experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Must also have 24 months of experience with each of the following: 1) Defining and delivering continuous improvement roadmaps to drive improvements in production KPls and data-driven decision-making. 2) Utilizing Six Sigma and Industrial Engineering principles. 3) Launching Kaizen and lean initiatives and providing lean training. 4) Implementing Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Theory of Constraints (TOC) to improve efficiency. 5) Streamlining and improving resource allocations. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently. Up to 10% domestic (national) travel per year to visit vendors and suppliers. Full-time, position located in Nappanee, IN.

Why We are Different:

At Lippert, Everyone Matters. This is not just a tagline or empty promise; it is who we are. We have intentionally created a culture that values and celebrates our team members' unique and varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We strive to give our team members a deeper sense of purpose at work, and we continue to build a better work environment by aligning our cultural and business strategies with the needs of our team members.

What You will Get:

1. A unique, inclusive and supportive company culture.
2. Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
3. Fair and competitive compensation.
4. Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
5. Holiday, personal and vacation days.

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Lippert provides equal employment opportunity to all team members and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, citizen status, protected veteran status, military service, marital status or any other legally protected category as established by federal, state, or local law. This policy governs all employment decisions, including recruitment, hiring, job assignment, compensation, training, promotion, discipline, transfer, leave-of-absence, access to benefits, layoff, recall, termination and other personnel matters. All employment and personnel-related decisions are based solely upon legitimate, job-related factors, such as skill, ability, past performance, and length of service with Lippert.

Lippert's strong commitment to equal employment opportunity requires a commitment by each individual team member. Compliance with the letter and spirit of this policy is required of all team members. Violations of this policy should be immediately reported to your leader or to any member of leadership. Team members who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Know Your Rights