Continuous Improvement Engineer
Val-Matic Valve & Mfg. Corp. · Elmhurst, Illinois, US
Since 1966, Val-Matic Valve has been delivering products and services that are essential in providing clean water and other fluids to industries and homes ar...
Job description
Since 1966, Val-Matic Valve has been delivering products and services that are essential in providing clean water and other fluids to industries and homes around the world. Today, Val-Matic manufactures nine types of air valves and is the leading supplier of air valves in North America. As a subsidiary of A.Y. McDonald Industries, our company is family owned and privately operated. If you’re looking for a job that leaves you feeling fulfilled and valued, then look no further than Val-Matic Valve. Summary: Plans, directs, coordinates, and improves manufacturing processes by applying lean manufacturing techniques to increase efficiencies and reduce lead times. Responsibilites: - Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods and processes. Note: Methods and processes include manual machinery, CNC machinery, assembly, product testing, powder paint, wet paint, material storage and handling, shipping and receiving, plant and office processes and procedures. - Works with all levels of the organization to question the status quo and challenges the establishment to continually make meaningful improvements. - Responsible for coaching and training employees in new processes and manu...