Lean Manufacturing Engineer | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling in lean manufacturing engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Lean Manufacturing Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Cadillac that are adding Lean Manufacturing Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations using Lean methodologies.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and workshops to identify and eliminate waste.
• Develop and implement standardized work procedures to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Conduct value stream mapping to identify bottlenecks and areas for process optimization.
• Mentor and train production teams on Lean principles and tools.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and optimize plant layouts and material flow to improve efficiency and reduce lead times.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean solutions and best practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience with advanced simulation software (e.g., Arena, FlexSim)
• Proficient in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI in manufacturing)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Production Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Operations Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Specialist, Process Engineer, Kaizen Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

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.