{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"6da8765a9faff4a3b7d76cb8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6da8765a9faff4a3b7d76cb8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/6da8765a9faff4a3b7d76cb8","title":"Continuous Improvement Engineer","description":"6665 Hardaway Rd, Stockton, CA 95215, USA\n\nJob Description\nPosted Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:00 AM\n\nHeadquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, MacLean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of mission‑critical and engineered components for the electric utility, telecommunications, and civil markets. Established in 1986 as a subsidiary of a larger parent company, MPS has grown substantially and now operates as a standalone company. A dedicated workforce of over 1,600 team members worldwide, MPS is renowned for its commitment to quality, responsiveness, and safety. Our focus on vertical integration ensures the highest standards across our product lines. We operate nine production facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.\n\nAt MPS, we strive to create a workplace that embodies respect, openness, collaboration, personal growth, and entrepreneurship. We are committed to achieving excellence in Environmental, Health & Safety through our Mission Zero initiative.\n\nContinuous Improvement Engineer\nWe are seeking a high‑energy, results‑driven, and detail‑oriented professional to join our Continuous Improvement team in our Stockton facility. The successful candidate will lead cross‑functional initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role focuses on implementing Lean and process improvement methodologies within a manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with regulatory, customer, and company standards. The ideal candidate is a results‑oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a track record of leading measurable improvement projects in a manufacturing setting.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead and execute Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to enhance productivity, quality, delivery, and cost performance.\n\nApply Lean, Six Sigma, and problem‑solving methodologies to identify process waste and variation.\n\nFacilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process standardization initiatives.\n\nPartner with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve flow, yield, and first‑pass performance.\n\nEnsure improvements support compliance with ISO and customer‑specific requirements.\n\nDrive the implementation of visual management systems, 5S, and standard work practices.\n\nCoach and mentor teams in continuous improvement tools and methodologies.\n\nTrack and report progress to senior management using data‑driven KPIs and dashboards.\n\nEducation & Experience\n\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, operations management, or related technical discipline required.\n\nMinimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operational excellence.\n\nProven success leading Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects with measurable business results.\n\nStrong leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.\n\nDeep understanding of root cause analysis, statistical process control, and value stream mapping.\n\nSkilled in data analytics and project tracking tools (Excel, Power BI, MS Projects, etc.).\n\nProficient in ERP systems; JDE experience preferred.\n\nExcellent communication and presentation abilities.\n\nStrong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture.\n\nSalary Range: $78k - $90k\n\nEOE-Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran\n\nVarious agencies of the United States Government require employers to maintain information on applicants pertaining to factors such as race, sex, and type of position for which an individual applies. The information requested is voluntary and for compliance with certain record keeping requirements. MacLean Power, LLC has a long‑standing commitment to equal employment opportunity for all its associates and applicants for employment. 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