Continuous Improvement Engineer

Topgolf Callaway Brands is an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company while also being a great place to work. With a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour ("WGT"), we have a team of passionate individuals who dare to be great while acting with integrity and respect. We stay hungry, yet humble. All while having fun and making golf accessible and enjoyable for everyone!

Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and our leaders have a strong history of building and selling successful initiatives. We are working to build a truly groundbreaking company, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer will support the process improvement initiatives in the Topgolf Callaway Brand's Fort Worth DC. The ideal candidate will rely on their knowledge of Lean Distribution, Six Sigma and Global 8-D Root Cause Analysis problem-solving techniques to train resources, manage projects, solve problems, mitigate risk, optimize systems, and improve business processes. This resource will help conduct cross-functional strategic and tactical plannings meetings to achieve cross-functional alignment, prioritize, and quantify the benefits of proposed projects. The ideal candidate will also have experience leading Value Stream efforts in various systems and has a background in a distribution environment.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze current processes by generating Process Flow Diagrams and Value Stream Maps in order to benchmark and/or quantify current performance, identify and quantify waste, and to establish metrics for quantifying the improvement activities.
• Provide technical knowledge for continuous improvement efforts aimed at increasing productivity and yields, ensuring key objectives and goals are met.
• Work to identify current process capabilities with respect to key product and process parameters.
• Identify and minimize waste by leading and organizing Kaizen events centered on VSM and Poka-Yoke.
• Achieve significant improvements in Operational Efficiency by implementing Kanban systems and standardized work distribution practices.
• Support the execution of studies to stabilize, characterize, and optimize key process parameters. Champion the implementation and sustained use of SPC methods.
• Implement appropriate Statistical Process Controls (SPC) and Statistical Quality Control (SQC) tools.
• Work to ensure process specifications, procedures, and controls related to new products are well documented and communicated before launch.
• Work closely with IT to help identify and define external requirements that will improve processes and throughput through system-enhanced capabilities.
• Partner with DC Operations Managers and operations leadership to drive process improvements that drives increased throughput and eliminates waste without sacrificing quality.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques is required.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, 5S, SPC, SQC and other process improvement and monitoring tools required.
• Knowledge of distribution processes required.
• Value stream leader experience preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with customization processes and technology a plus.
• Self-starter that has the initiative to multi-task, complete assignments on time without direct supervision.
• Team player with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of MS Office suite of products - Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel.
• Experience and knowledge in Minitab or other statistical tools.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BS in industrial, systems, mechanical engineering or other relevant field required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience demonstrating skills in the above duties.
• Knowledge and experience to apply lean concepts and principles across an entire value stream. Lean certification is desired.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Callaway Golf is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If your experience is close to what we're looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

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