Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Job summary

Improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency by reducing waste, optimizing production flow, and supporting safe, cost-effective operations. Lead improvement initiatives, analyze production performance, maintain process documentation, and collaborate across production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams.

Job details

About Us For nearly 40 years, DCL has been committed to cleaning the air we breathe. Originating as a pioneer of emissions reduction for power producers and oil & gas sectors, our focus has expanded, solidifying DCL as a catalyst in the clean energy transition. By developing cutting-edge technologies, we’re advancing efficient decarbonization and supporting clean energy initiatives, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to environmental improvement and innovation. The Role We are currently hiring for an experienced Lean Manufacturing Engineer (LME) who will be responsible for improving the manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency. The role focuses on reducing waste, improving production flow, and supporting safe and cost-effective manufacturing of emissions control products. The LME will work closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to support continuous improvement and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Develop robust manufacturing concepts to simplify and improve processes and ensure best practices. Evaluate current manufacturing practices to support innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Identify and lead cost reduction and quality improvement initiatives. Continuously monitor manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to product specifications and requirements. Optimize facility layouts, production lines, and machine operations. Conduct studies to optimize inventory levels and improve the utilization of equipment, materials, and resources. Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and process standards. Support new product introductions, tooling improvements, and manufacturing projects. Analyze production data and manufacturing performance to identify opportunities for improvement. Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to resolve manufacturing issues and improve operations. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or continuous improvement roles. Experience working in a custom-designed metal fabrication shop is highly valued. Exposure to low to medium volume, high product mix manufacturing environments would be considered an asset. Experience in metal fabrication, automotive, exhaust systems, or industrial manufacturing environments is preferred. Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in a production environment. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis. Lean Six Sigma certification is considered an asset. Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Understanding of manufacturing processes including welding, fabrication, machining, or assembly. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Compensation Range (Depending on Experience) : $100,000.00 -$115,000.00 DCL International Inc is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. Should you need a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please advise us so we can provide appropriate assistance.

What you’ll do

Improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency by reducing waste, optimizing production flow, and supporting safe, cost-effective operations. Lead improvement initiatives, analyze production performance, maintain process documentation, and collaborate across production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and 5–7 years of manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or continuous improvement experience. Candidates should have hands-on Lean Manufacturing experience, knowledge of tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and root cause analysis, and familiarity with manufacturing processes; metal fabrication experience and Lean Six Sigma certification are valued.

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Inventory Optimization · Preferred
• Kaizen · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement
• Process Improvement
• Cost Reduction
• Quality Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• 5S
• Kaizen
• Production Flow Optimization
• Manufacturing Process Analysis
• Facility Layout Optimization
• Inventory Optimization
• ERP Systems
• Microsoft Excel
• Metal Fabrication
• Welding

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Energy
• Management & Leadership