About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position summary

Confidential Client is hiring an Operational Excellence Support Specialist / Lean Manufacturing Specialist (contract). This on-site role in Memphis, TN supports deployment and sustainment of the site operating system, lean maturity, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. Contract length: 6 months. Target start date: November 30, 2026. Pay rate: Up to $48.00/hr (depending on experience).

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What You’ll Do

The Operational Excellence Support Specialist will partner with the Operational Excellence team and cross-functional operational leaders to optimize floor operations, reinforce operational discipline, and drive structured problem solving.

• Design and implement workplace layout and visual management (Tiered Accountability boards, problem-solving displays, process signage, value-stream maps)
• Create and maintain clear standard work and work instructions (changeovers, shift handoffs, start/end-of-shift procedures)
• Implement 5S and tool standardization (point-of-use placement, shadow boards, min/max indicators, staging areas)
• Support part protection and quality improvements at workstations
• Collaborate on Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) — autonomous maintenance plans, control plans, standard work for equipment
• Assess ergonomics and safety risks and recommend corrective actions
• Support continuous improvement and value-stream optimization projects as directed

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Who You Are / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Entry-level to experienced candidates with a foundation in Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Industrial Engineering concepts are encouraged to apply
• Comfortable working on-site in a manufacturing/operational environment
• Able to lift up to 20 lbs and handle manual tools, automated and semi-automated mechanical/electrical equipment as needed
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to work cross-functionally to implement and sustain improvements
• Good communication skills to document standard work and train operators

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Logistics & Compensation

• Location: Memphis, TN (On-site)
• Employment type: Contract / Temporary (6 months)
• Target start date: November 30, 2026
• Pay Rate: Up to $48.00 per hour (depending on experience)
• Physical demands: ability to lift up to 20 lbs; frequent time on the shop floor

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Why this role matters

Joining Confidential Client through Careertakes means contributing to operational excellence at scale — implementing repeatable, sustainable standards that reduce variation, improve safety, and increase throughput. Applicants may receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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