Summary

We're looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer to join our Altona manufacturing site and help shape the future of operational excellence across our Australian business. As a key member of the Site Leadership Team, you'll influence the way we work by embedding Lean Manufacturing principles, coaching leaders, driving cultural change and delivering sustainable improvements across safety, quality, productivity and cost.What you'll do Lead the site's Continuous Improvement strategy and annual roadmap

Champion Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen and Continuous Performance Management

Coach leaders and frontline teams to build Continuous Improvement capability

Facilitate problem-solving workshops using Lean and Root Cause Analysis methodologies

Lead improvement projects that deliver measurable business outcomes

Drive productivity, waste reduction and cost-saving initiatives

Develop visual management systems and support effective daily performance routines

Coordinate the site's Operational Excellence and Factory of Tomorrow initiatives

Work closely with regional and global Continuous Improvement teams to share best practice

What you'll bring

You're a passionate Continuous Improvement professional who enjoys influencing people just as much as improving processes. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline





At least five years' experience in Continuous Improvement within manufacturing or industrial operations

Lean, Six Sigma or equivalent Continuous Improvement qualifications

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen and Operational Excellence methodologies

Experience leading organisational change and coaching cross-functional teams

Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills

Solid analytical and problem-solving capability A collaborative leadership style and passion for developing others

Why join us?

Etex Australia prioritises professional development, focusing on mentorship and supportive team environments that foster individual growth. Yearly salary reviews EAP services for you and your family Reward and recognition program Paid Parental Leave for Primary and Secondary Carers Fully supported training Great culture, supportive team environment; we work together and help each other Sound like you? Outstanding!

We’d love to hear from you. APPLY NOW and we will be in touch shortly.We are an equal-opportunity workforce committed to using our diverse voices to inspire people around the world to build living spaces that are evermore safe, sustainable, smart, and beautiful.

📌 CI Engineer (Altona)
🏢 Etex
📍 Altona