Lean Manufacturing Engineer in Naples, Florida at Exalta Group

Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Location: EXALTA Group – Bonita Springs, FL
Reports To: Director of Operations

Position Summary

The Lean Manufacturing Engineer drives operational excellence through the application of Lean manufacturing principles, process optimization, and continuous improvement. This role partners closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory (SQDCI) performance while supporting EXALTA's growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Lean transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations.Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and waste elimination projects.Analyze manufacturing processes to improve throughput, reduce lead time, and increase productivity.Develop and implement standardized work, visual management systems, and 5S programs.Drive continuous improvement using Lean tools such as A3 problem solving, root cause analysis, SMED, Kanban, TPM, and cellular manufacturing.Identifycapacity constraints and implement sustainable process improvements.Partner with Engineering on new product introductions and process transfers.Support production layout optimization and material flow improvements.Develop KPIs andmonitoroperational performance through dashboards and visual management.Train and coach employees and leaders on Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices.Support cost reduction initiatives while maintaining compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and customer requirements.Participate in cross-functional projects supporting strategic operationalobjectives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.3–7+ years of Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience in a regulated manufacturing environment.Medicaldevice, life sciences, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience preferred.Demonstrated success leading measurable Lean improvement projects.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Proficiencywith Microsoft Office; experience with ERP/MESsystems and data analysis tools preferred.

Preferred Certifications

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltCertified Lean Practitioner (preferred)

Key Competencies

Lean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementValue Stream MappingProcess OptimizationRoot Cause AnalysisData-Driven Decision MakingProject ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipChange ManagementCommunication and Facilitation

Success Measures

Success in this role will be measured by improvements in:

Safety performanceOverall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)Labor productivityScrap and rework reductionLead time reductionInventory turnsOn-time deliveryCost savingsImplementation and sustainment of Lean operating systems

Why Join EXALTA?

At EXALTA, we partner with leading medical technology companies to bring life-changing products to market. As a Lean Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in building a culture of continuous improvement, enabling scalable growth, and helping deliver our mission: Together, we make MedTech better.