Lean Manufacturing Engineer | Fremont, MI

Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in lean manufacturing engineer? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Fremont seeking experienced Lean Manufacturing Engineers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Fremont seeking Lean Manufacturing Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., 5S, SMED, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping) across production lines.
• Identify, analyze, and eliminate waste (Muda) in manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized work procedures and best practices to ensure consistency and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate and lead continuous improvement projects and Kaizen events to optimize production flow and reduce lead times.
• Train, mentor, and coach production teams and management on Lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
• Utilize data analysis and process mapping to identify bottlenecks, root causes of inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Recommended Qualifications

• Expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, VSM, SMED).
• Proven experience in process optimization, waste reduction, and efficiency improvements within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective countermeasures.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques to measure performance and drive data-driven decisions.
• Experience leading or facilitating continuous improvement projects and Kaizen events.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience with Industry 4.0 concepts and digital manufacturing tools
• Proficiency in manufacturing simulation software (e.g., Arena, FlexSim)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Engineer, CI Engineer, Operations Excellence Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Lean Specialist, Value Stream Engineer, Production Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.