Continuous Improvement Engineer

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world. 

 

As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants.   With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.

 

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As the Continuous Improvement (“CI”) Engineer, you will be responsible for championing the continuous improvement system to include assisting with cost and manufacturing process improvements; targeted deployment of lean tools; and an emphasis on system design, waste control, controllable costs, inventory, and productivity objectives at the Olathe, KS Facility. As the CI Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, product engineering and customer support, to identify and resolve technical issues, and support enhancements.

 

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

1. Process Optimization and Operations

• Implement CI principles and methodologies to streamline processes and reduce waste
• Identify and deliver projects to drive CI in the business (Just Do Its, Kaizen, and Projects)
• Continuously refine knowledge of lean manufacturing and deploy in all facets of the facility for improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction
  • Lead Kaizen Events: Pre-Work, Launch, Execute, and Follow Up Actions
  • Utilize Value Stream Mapping processes throughout the organization
  • Participate in the design and development of new manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems. Design and implement machine/assembly cells and factory layout.
• Keep safety and quality as primary concerns during planning and implementation phases of improvement activities
• Identify potential risks associated with process changes and develop strategies to mitigate them.

 

       

      2. Technical Support and Data Analysis

• Lead and support CI Program to align to SPX Business System in a manner which delivers to the annual plan.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and performance metrics and utilize data to guide decision making