Continuous Improvement Engineer

Legrand AV, Inc. • Vandalia, OH, United States • 2d ago

Continuous Improvement Engineer

# Positions 1

Experience (Years) 5

Category Engineering

Position Description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join the Audio Video Division in Dayton, OH. The purpose of the Continuous Improvement Engineer is to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost through the application of Lean manufacturing and structured problem-solving methodologies. This role is responsible for identifying and executing process improvement opportunities, reducing variation and defects, and improving overall operational performance. The position leads cross-functional initiatives, partners closely with production, quality, and engineering teams, and ensures sustainable results through standardization, data-driven decision making, and workforce engagement.

What Will You Do?

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC) performance across manufacturing operations

Identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies (A3, DMAIC, 8D, QRI)

Analyze production data, scrap, and yield trends to identify root causes of variation and drive corrective actions

Partner with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve process capability and reduce defects

Facilitate root cause investigations for internal quality issues and customer complaints; ensure permanent corrective actions are implemented and sustained

Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and visual controls to support consistent operations

Support and lead Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and daily management system (DMS) routines

Drive improvements in process flow, material handling, and layout to reduce waste and improve throughput

Support new product introductions and engineering changes (ECOs) by ensuring process readiness and risk mitigation

Partner with operators and supervisors to identify improvement opportunities and implement practical solutions

Develop and maintain performance metrics and dashboards (e.g., scrap, yield, cycle time, OEE) to monitor process health

Train and coach team members on Lean principles, problem-solving methods, and standard work adherence

Support internal and external audits by ensuring processes meet quality and compliance standards

Lead or support cost reduction initiatives through waste elimination, process optimization, and material usage improvements

Participate in cross-functional projects across sites as needed to drive standardization and best practice sharing

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and accountability at all levels of the organization

Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in Safety Programs, initiatives, and investigations

Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement

Qualifications

Required Skills

Job Requirements:

Ability to lead projects and accept responsibility for their success or failure
Ability to negotiate with outside parties for mutual benefit
Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences, both internal and external
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks based on the overall company/department strategies
Ability to envision the next level of performance regarding Lean Manufacturing operationsand processes across AVD
Ability to create and implement processes and procedures as well as evaluate their effectiveness within the organization
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, interrupt-driven environment
Ability to deal with change and conflicts
Ability to function in a deadline-driven environment
Must possess a high degree of professionalism and be able to handle confidential information
Need to be a flexible and adaptable facilitator between internal departments across brands and regions
Must possess high level of enthusiasm, strong integrity, keen customer service, excellent organizational skills and excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills
Be detail-oriented and have excellent follow-through skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must have the ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial or mechanical engineering and a minimum of five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing environment; or combination of relevant education and experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with metal fabrication, powder coat paint, and/or assembly processes
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of ERP systems (SAP)
Experience with SolidWorks
Experience with warehouse operations
Advanced computer skills (Excel, Access, database reporting)

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend, twist, reach, push, pull, and make coordinated movements of the fingers for using a keyboard
Significant travel to other Legrand locations and/or suppliers up to 35% as needed

Company Info

About Legrand

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and data center markets makes us a benchmark for customers worldwide. We harness technological and societal trends with lasting impacts on buildings with the purpose of improving life by transforming the spaces where people live, work, and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative, and sustainable. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR). For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand, North & Central America (LNCA) is a leader in the AV, Lighting & Controls, Electrical, and Data Center markets. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay, short-term and long-term disability benefit plans, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. For more information, visit legrand.us