Continuous Improvement Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive the implementation of standard work and Global HPS processes to achieve safety, quality, and OEE targets
• Own Autonomous Maintenance (AM) and the effective execution of daily management systems including SIM, DH, CILT, CL, and 5S
• Coach and train teams to ensure effective execution of daily management and identify gaps through regular health checks
• Drive SIM process by ensuring teams follow daily board protocols, managing action planners, and flagging resource needs
• Leverage MES systems for tracking and reporting data and loss analysis
• Support company digitalization initiatives and lead the capability building for root cause analysis processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 2-3 years of Continuous Improvement experience
• Manufacturing site leadership experience
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, 5-Why, DMAIC)
• Experience leading or deploying Digital Manufacturing technologies in an operational excellence context
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills with a hands-on, shop-floor orientation

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off (sick, vacation, holiday, volunteer), flexible/hybrid work policies, and vacation buy/sell programs
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan, annual performance bonus, and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender-neutral parental leave, fertility support, and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement
• Career Growth: Access to international growth opportunities and thousands of skills development courses

About the Company

Henkel is a global leader in both industrial and consumer businesses, driven by the purpose of being "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations." Our portfolio includes world-renowned brands in hair care, laundry, and home care, as well as cutting-edge adhesive technologies. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating a diverse workplace where employees can grow and make a lasting impact.