Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer-US-WI,Milwaukee

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Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer-US-WI,Milwaukee

Date: Apr 1, 2026

Location:

Milwaukee, WI, US

Company Overview

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Imagine Everything. Build the Future with Hexion.

At Hexion, we push boundaries, rethink possibilities, and create real impact. We activate science to deliver progress-developing breakthrough solutions that strengthen industries, protect communities, and drive a more sustainable future.

This is where bold thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators come together to shape what's next. Whether you're engineering advanced materials, transforming manufacturing technologies, or leading strategic innovation, your ideas and actions leave a lasting mark. We cultivate an inclusive culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability, ensuring every contribution propels us forward.

We don't follow the status quo-we challenge it, disrupt it, and improve it. Every role at Hexion is part of something bigger.

We invest in innovation, sustainability, and continuous development-equipping you with the tools, training, and opportunities to excel. With an unwavering commitment to safety, partnership, belonging, and impact, we empower you to lead change and strengthen industries worldwide.

Your Future Starts Here.

If you're ready to push limits, reimagine what's possible, and create the extraordinary, Hexion is where you belong.

Anything is possible when you imagine everything.

Position Overview

The CI Engineer plays a critical role in shaping how our operations evolve and excel. This role is designed for a high performer who thrives on tackling complex challenges, influencing direction, and driving measurable impact across the business. You will lead large-scale, cross-functional improvement initiatives that strengthen our operational performance, elevate our culture of excellence, and directly contribute to strategic business outcomes.

In this role, you won't just support change - you will lead it. You will collaborate with leaders across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, EHS, and senior management to identify opportunities, remove roadblocks, and drive sustainable results that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Your work will accelerate our transformation and help set the standard for CI across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Lead High-Impact CI Projects

• Drive complex CI initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and reliability.
• Use advanced Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and streamline processes.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to operations and functional leaders on performance improvement opportunities.
• Own project outcomes from scoping through execution, validation, and long-term sustainment.

Accelerate Business Performance Through Data & Insight

• Analyze operational, financial, and process data to identify gaps and prioritize high-value opportunities.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards that inform decision-making and highlight improvement areas.
• Translate insights into actionable plans that directly influence site and regional priorities.

Build CI Capability & Influence Culture

• Coach teams on problem-solving tools, Lean principles, and structured CI methodologies.
• Raise CI maturity by developing talent and building organizational capability.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational discipline.

Standardize and Scale Best Practices

• Embed improvements into SOPs, work processes, and standards to ensure long-term sustainment.
• Replicate proven solutions across sites, enabling broader business impact.
• Partner with leaders to ensure systems and workflows support improved performance.

Engage and Influence Key Stakeholders

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional leaders to align priorities and secure resources.
• Facilitate clear, compelling communication of project results and recommendations.
• Act as a change champion, influencing decision-makers and driving alignment around key initiatives.

Support Regional Initiatives

• Although based at a site, travel may be required to support critical projects.

Competencies

Technical & Analytical Excellence

• Advanced knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.
• Ability to synthesize complex data and convert insights into decisive action.
• Strong capability in mapping, diagnosing, and optimizing processes.

Leadership & Influence

• Clear, confident communicator who can influence at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead through change and drive alignment across diverse teams.
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and inspiring others to do the same.

Execution & Ownership

• Self-driven leader who operates with urgency and accountability.
• Skilled at managing multiple priorities while delivering high-quality results.
• Demonstrates strong judgment and a passion for operational excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of manufacturing or operations experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred; strong demonstrated CI leadership required.
• Track record of delivering measurable improvement in complex environments.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and driving organization-wide change.

Reporting Structure

• This position has no direct reports but exerts strong influence across the organization.

Other

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, pregnancy, race, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site and, be at least 18 years of age. Any offer of employment will be conditioned upon successful completion of a drug test and background investigation, as well as authorization for the Company to conduct additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. A prior criminal record is not an automatic bar to employment, and the Company will conduct an individualized assessment and reassessment, consistent with applicable law, prior to making any final employment decision.

Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee

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