Lean Manufacturing Engineer - Saginaw Area

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Saginaw area that seek skilled Lean Manufacturing Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

• →Lead continuous improvement projects on the production floor.
• →Map value streams and identify waste in current processes.
• →Run kaizen events with production and maintenance teams.
• →Develop and update standard work instructions.
• →Track key metrics such as cycle time, scrap, and on-time delivery.
• →Train operators and supervisors on lean tools and methods.
• →Support 5S and visual management across work areas.
• →Analyze root causes of downtime and quality defects.

• Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience applying lean tools in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.
• Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work with hourly production teams on the floor.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

• Background in automotive or high volume assembly.
• Experience leading cross functional improvement teams.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with time studies and line balancing.
• Familiarity with ERP or manufacturing execution systems.

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The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.