Cobalt KS Engineering Specialist

Job Title:                            Engineering Specialist

Department:                   Production

Reports To:                      Continuous Improvement Supervisor

FLSA Status:                Hourly

Summary:  The Engineering Specialist is responsible for identifying opportunities for process enhancements and implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives across departments. This role plays a key part in fostering a culture of operational excellence, reducing waste, and improving productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze current operational processes and performance, identifying areas of improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis (RCA), and cross-functional improvement projects.
• Develop and implement standardized work procedures, visual management tools, and process controls.
• Collaborate with department leaders and team members to drive a continuous improvement mindset across the organization.
• Collect and analyze performance data to monitor the effectiveness of implemented improvements.
• Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Conduct training sessions and workshops to build internal capabilities in Lean and other improvement methodologies.
• Report on project status, key performance indicators (KPIs), and cost savings to leadership.
• Maintain documentation of process changes and ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.