Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer /black Belt Expert
Philips UK
Alajuela, , Costa Rica
On-site
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes
Analyze production data and engineering specs
Lead and mentor engineering teams
Philips UK is seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer/Black Belt Expert in Alajuela, Costa Rica, who will focus on enhancing manufacturing processes by eliminating waste and improving efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly in the medical device industry, and must possess leadership skills to drive cross-functional collaboration and innovation
Job Summary
Responsible for improving the productivity, efficiency and flow of manufacturing processes by eliminating waste.
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, controls, and production flows to improve efficiency, safety, and cost management.
Drive plant‑level transformation, innovation, automation, and the creation of new standards and processes across business units.
Matching Summary
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Philips UK is seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer/Black Belt Expert in Alajuela, Costa Rica, who will focus on enhancing manufacturing processes by eliminating waste and improving efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, particularly in the medical device industry, and must possess leadership skills to drive cross-functional collaboration and innovation.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes
Analyze production data and engineering specs
Lead and mentor engineering teams
Build strong cross-functional relationships
Drive plant-level transformation and innovation
Nice-to-have
Experience in Shingo implementation
Cross-functional collaboration in regulated environments
Culture of impact with care
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or related)
5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
Experience managing external suppliers
Leading medium-to-large projects
Proficient in Microsoft Office, SPC software, CAD, Minitab or other statistical tools, Power BI, and simulation software