Continuous Improvement Engineer I

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer is a key contributor to our formalized continuous improvement initiatives for the Northwood, IA Plant. This position will lead our Continuous Improvement strategy: coordinating problem-solving teams, participating in operational improvements, strengthening existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and developing new SOPs. The position assists in delivering improvements to business initiatives by providing lean guidance, training, and reporting; working closely with all internal departments throughout the plant to help influence and support a Lean culture.

Implement improvement projects using Kaizen, Six Sigma, TPM, SMED, 5S, Standard Work, and other Continuous Improvement applications.
• Ability to lead Kaizen efforts using the following tools: time studies, project charters, value stream mapping, Gemba/MDI Boards, A3s, standard work balancing, single piece flow, kitting, and other waste eliminate methods.
• Collect, utilize, and develop production metrics to identify and influence Lean opportunities.
• Plan, coordinate, and organize with other resources to drive process improvements within the plant.
• Coach and mentor associates in Lean Methodologies and Processes.
• Develop ROI justification for Improvement and Capital Projects.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and take direction on critical opportunities.
• Partner with Manufacturing to create a culture of Continuous Improvement related to Safety, Quality, Productivity and Delivery.
• Work well with all levels of the organization, both in the office and the production team.
• Ability to present ideas and plans to all levels within the organization

• Industrial or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred.
• Equivalent education and experience as a CI Engineer would be considered.
• 0-2 Years of experience implementing and leading Continuous Improvement projects, Kaizen Events, 5S, TPM efforts, and SMED projects.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills to help train and to educate employees in lean principles and tools.
• Proven organizational skills, strong project management, and demonstrated ability to work in both team and individual environments.
• Possess strong critical thinking skills with the ability to create tools for data collection.
• MS Forms, Power BI and/or MS Excel
• Extensive knowledge in Lean tools such as Standard Work, Kaizen, 5S, PDCA, SMED, TPM, Standard WIP, and other statistical tools as needed.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification is preferred.

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Continuously stand and alternately required to walk or stand.
• Repetitively use fine finger, eye/hand and push/pull movements.
• Continually lift 10lbs, at times lift 11-50lbs, and occasionally lift 51-100lbs.
• Occasionally to frequently bend or stoop, kneel or crouch, push or pull, climb, reach above shoulder and handle or grip, rotate head, and operate foot pedals.

From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.

For more than a century, we've been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award-winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin's quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors.

Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!

Some of our unique and most popular benefits include:

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing - recognizing everyone's contribution to Marvin's success
• Giving at Marvin - participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund - financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships

Join the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. Apply today!

This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities of the employee. Accommodation may be made to enable an individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any employment offer depends on completing a background check and drug screen to company standards.