Continuous Improvement Engineer (Harvard)

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Harvard, IL

Salary: $60,000-$75,000

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our client's organization in the Harvard, IL area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement across production and facility operations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify improvement ideas and support implementation.
• Collect and analyze operational data to troubleshoot issues, eliminate waste, and reduce downtime.
• Develop actionable project plans and lead teams through execution and completion.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives using tools such as Kaizen, 5S, process mapping, root‑cause analysis, error proofing, and visual management.
• Manage multiple improvement projects simultaneously while meeting timelines and deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with associates, production leadership, and support departments to ensure alignment.
• Establish, update, and standardize processes to drive operational improvements.
• Implement or refine workflows to increase productivity and optimize yield.
• Conduct product costing analysis and support cost‑reduction initiatives.
• Coach team members in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Identify performance gaps and drive transformation of existing systems or processes.
• Support environmental reporting and compliance requirements, as needed.
• Follow company quality standards, safety rules, policies, and participate in 5S activities.
• Participate in ongoing training and perform additional duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or continuous improvement roles (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts, CI tools, and problem‑solving techniques.
• Experience working with data and databases to support analysis and decision‑making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and engineering software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced production environment.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 2 Weeks PTO (negotiable) & Paid sick leave where applicable by state law
• 401(k)
• HSA and FSA
• Life and AD&D
• STD and LTD
• Norton LifeLock

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance