**Job Title** Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III **Job Family** **Job Description** **What starts with YOU, moves the world!** Hyster-Yale Group, Inc. (HYG), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented **Continuous Improvement** **Manufacturing** **Engineer** **I-III** based at our **Berea, KY** location **.** What you will do: + Identify & lead continuous improvement activities in manufacturing processes including automation, robotics, and digital systems + Provide support for existing manufacturing processes to resolve issues + Evaluate new and existing processes / parts for manufacture and / or assembly utilizing DFT guidelines + Support development of accurate, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing processes following DFT principles. + Specify and justify suitable equipment and tooling to meet manufacturing needs + Solve day to day manufacturing problems to meet SQDCME requirements + Lead teams using CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6σ, and other applicable tools + Able to flex across multiple value streams to provide support to different processes + Provides support to Innovation and Automation Strategy + Provides support to New Product Introduction (NPI) Team Who you are: + Inspiring leader with the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and interact with all levels of the organization. + Innovative and analytical thinker who can resolve major problems and implement permanent corrective actions. + Excellent time management skills with the ability to take initiative and be proactive in resolving product quality and customer issues + Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to function as a team player. **The successful Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer will have the following Minimum Qualifications:** **Level I** + Bachelor’s Degree in technical field or associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing + 3-5 Years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education + Basic leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes, and implement new concepts. + Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. + Analytical ability to resolve minor problems and implement permanent corrective actions + Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management with demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative. + Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, and computer applications. **Level II** + Bachelor’s degree (technical field) preferred or associate degree or 5 – 7 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing + 5 - 7 years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education + Intermediate leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts. Ability to lead and interact with small groups + Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead teams in continuous improvement projects + Intermediate analytical ability to resolve minor problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions. + Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement + Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function as a team player. + Intermediate knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, computer applications **Level III** + Bachelor’s Degree (technical field) preferred, associate degree, or 7-10 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing + Strong leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts + Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead and coach teams in continuous improvement projects + Strong analytical ability to resolve major problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions + Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills + Able to be proactive and take initiative while utilizing planning and organization skills to effectively manage time + Strong knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, computer applications Who we are: HYG designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, HYG have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years. What we offer: _Hyster-Yale Group offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work_ _option_ _, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k)._ \#LI-OP \#LI-oniste **Job ID** JC1083 **Employment Type** Full time **Work Hours** 40 **Travel Required** 1-10% **Primary Location** HYG US Berea, KY **Address** 2200 Menelaus Pike **Zip Code** 40403 **Field-Based** No **Relocation Assistance Available** No **We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.** **EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled**