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Continuous Improvement / Lean Specialist


 

About Infinitum Electric

Infinitum Electric is reinventing the electric motor with a breakthrough PCB stator design that delivers ultra-efficient, lightweight, and sustainable motor solutions for industrial and commercial applications. As we scale, we’re investing in lean systems and a world-class CI culture to drive flow, eliminate waste, and empower operational excellence.

Role Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Continuous Improvement (CI) / Lean Specialist to lead and support initiatives that reduce waste, improve flow, and increase process efficiency. The ideal candidate is an energetic and collaborative change agent with a strong foundation in lean manufacturing tools and Six Sigma methods. This person will be expected to work closely with operators, engineers, and cross-functional teams on the floor, leading kaizen events, conducting training, and driving measurable improvement projects across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Champion the use of lean manufacturing tools including:
    • 5S, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, Standardized Work
    • Line Balancing, Takt Time, Visual Factory
    • Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Just-In-Time (JIT), and Flow
    • OEE analysis, 8 Waste identification, and elimination
  • Conduct and lead:
    • Kaizen events to improve flow and layout
    • 5S workshops to organize and sustain the work environment
    • Six Sigma DMAIC projects to reduce variability and defects
  • Partner with floor-level operators to:
    • Identify pain points in processes and material movement
    • Facilitate root cause analysis and drive problem-solving activities
  • Track and report improvement metrics related to:
    • Throughput, downtime, first-pass yield, cycle time, rework, and changeover time
  • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to sustain gains from improvement initiatives
  • Coach and mentor teams on lean thinking and waste elimination principles
  • Develop training materials and facilitate internal training on CI tools and lean practices

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Quality Engineering
  • A minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in a lean/continuous improvement role in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong working knowledge of:
    • Lean principles, Toyota Production System (TPS) tools, and basic Six Sigma methodology
    • Practical application of 5S, Standard Work, Takt Time, OEE, and Visual Management
  • Ability to lead and sustain shop-floor-level improvements
  • Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills — able to build rapport with operators and frontline teams
  • Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or SME Bronze Certification
  • Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
  • Familiarity with electric motor or electronics manufacturing is a plus
  • Experience using Excel, Power BI, Minitab, or similar tools for CI metrics

Success Indicators

  • Measurable reduction in waste, downtime, or cycle time
  • Increased participation in kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Improved operator engagement and ownership of standard work and lean practices
  • Sustained implementation of 5S and visual controls across production areas

Why Join Us?

At Infinitum Electric, you’ll help shape the future of energy efficiency while working in a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. As our CI/Lean Specialist, your ideas and actions will directly improve how we build smarter, cleaner motors — and empower the teams who make them.

 

 


 

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$60,000/yr - $80,000/yr
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DATE POSTED
May 25, 2025

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