The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading and driving First Time Quality (FTQ) improvement initiatives at the West Haven facility through a robust, data-driven Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) process. This role serves as the site leader for continuous improvement activities, partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, R&D, Procurement, and Commercialization teams to identify root causes, eliminate waste, reduce Cost of Quality (COQ), improve process capability, and establish sustainable manufacturing practices. The position will be accountable for improving manufacturing performance, reducing rework and quality holds, driving CAPA effectiveness, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement through structured problem-solving methodologies and operational excellence tools. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing improvement leader who can own the CAPA process, drive FTQ improvement, reduce quality losses and rework, and lead sustainable operational excellence initiatives across the West Haven site. This person should be equally comfortable analyzing manufacturing data, leading cross-functional problem-solving teams, and influencing site leadership to implement change.
Essential Functions
Qualifications
Root Cause Analysis, CAPA Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Project Leadership, Technical Problem Solving, Process Optimization, Change Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Leadership & Soft Skills, Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, Excellent collaboration and communication capabilities, Ability to work effectively with Operations, Quality, R&D, Engineering, and Commercial teams, Self-starter who can lead projects and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority, Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on productivity, quality, and operational excellence.
General
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed, Ability to read, analyze, and interpret Technical Literature, technical drawings, and schematics, Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, Experience tracking, trending and interpreting process data, Basic understanding of controls including PLC, sensor selection, electrical components, Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc., Statistical programming a plus, Ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects simultaneously and delegate assignments to others, Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures, Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and/or Human Resources, Fluent in written and spoken English a requirement.
Success Measures
Typical Environmental Conditions
May be exposed to hazardous noise levels (i.e. mills, industrial fans), May be exposed to fumes and toxic chemicals, May work in areas with mechanical moving parts.
Continuous Improvement Engineering Manager • West Haven, CT, United States
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