12 continual improvement engineer jobs at 9 companies in Washington, IA
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Continuous Improvement Engineer
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Associated Materials Innovations: U.S.-based exterior building-products manufacturer serving residential and commercial remodeling, new construction, and multifamily markets.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent background, 3+ years in continuous improvement, lean, operational excellence, or manufacturing, and experience leading lean transformations with strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
A3 Thinking, Toyota Way, Personal Protective Equipment
Tenneco: Global manufacturer of automotive ride performance, clean air, and powertrain systems.
5+ YOEBachelor’s degree in business, engineering, quality, or similar field; 5+ years in industrial or manufacturing engineering; strong manufacturing, Lean, training, and leadership experience.
Lean, P3 Operating System, Value Stream Simplification, Six Sigma, 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagram, TPM, Gemba walks, layered process audits, OAE
WalmartNYSE: WMT: Global retail, e-commerce, and supply chain.
2+ YOEBachelor’s in engineering or 2 years relevant quality/process improvement experience; familiarity with Lean/continuous improvement, quality management elements, Microsoft Office, analytical skills.
Microsoft Office Suite, Statistical Process Control, FMEA, Walmart Performance System (WPS)
BAE SystemsLSE: BA.: Global defense, aerospace, and security technology.
Bachelor's degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or equivalent; 4+ years in manufacturing; continuous improvement, project management, 3D modeling, and ability to obtain a Secret clearance.
Undefined: Private Barcelona-based internet product design firm serving companies with web and mobile products.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, or agricultural engineering; 3+ years in manufacturing continuous improvement; CAD, tooling, fixture design, GD&T, process documentation, ERP, and reporting experience.
SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Visio, ERP
Hearth & Home Technologies: HNI-owned manufacturer and retailer of fireplaces, stoves, inserts, and fire tables serving homeowners and builders.
4+ YOEBachelor's in manufacturing engineering or equivalent, 4 years related experience, proficiency in Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel/Project/Outlook, knowledge of lean manufacturing, project leadership and continuous improvement experience.
Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Outlook
Collins Aerospace: Aerospace and defense systems manufacturer and service provider for airlines, aircraft operators and governments.
2+ YOEUniversity degree and 2+ years of relevant experience or an advanced degree; continuous improvement, root cause analysis, and manufacturing experience required. Industrial engineering, SAP, CAD, logistics, or aviation experience preferred.
BAE SystemsLSE: BA.: Global defense, aerospace, and security technology.
2+ YOEBachelor's in industrial/mechanical/industrial technology or equivalent; ~2 years manufacturing or equivalent experience; project experience in continuous improvement, capital investments, product line moves; logistics and lean experience preferred.
BAE SystemsLSE: BA.: Global defense, aerospace, and security technology.
2+ YOEBachelor's in industrial/mechanical/industrial tech or equivalent, 2+ years manufacturing experience, experience with continuous improvement, project/capital initiatives and NPI, 3D modeling for fixtures/jigs, lean/AS9100 preferred, and ability to obtain Secret clearance.
3D modelling, conformal coating, torque tools, soldering equipment
The Kraft Heinz CompanyNASDAQ: KHC: Multinational food and beverage with iconic global brands.
5+ YOEBachelor's in engineering preferred; 5+ years plant engineering and full-cycle capital project experience; knowledge of PSM, FMEA, GMP, OSHA/EPA; strong project management, leadership, and continuous improvement skills.
PSM, FMEA, Six Sigma, Lean, TPM, KHMS, Good Manufacturing Practices, OSHA, EPA
Industrial Engineering Intern, Operations | Fall 2026
Grinnell or Montezuma
$20/hrHybridPart Time, Internship
2nd Adventure Group: A shared-services organization supporting Brownells and a broader family of companies.
Pursuing a bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain, or operations; Excel proficiency; process mapping, data analysis, technical writing, Lean, or continuous improvement familiarity; reliable transportation and permanent U.S. work authorization required.
Microsoft Excel, Infor M3, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, AutoCAD