Hybrid Lean Engineer presso AGM Container Controls, Inc.

 
📍 Tucson, AZ | 🕒 Full-Time | 💼 Exempt 

Join our mission to streamline innovation! 

 
AGM Container Controls, Inc. is seeking a driven and experienced Lean Manufacturing Engineer to lead our continuous improvement efforts and play a critical role in transforming our manufacturing processes. If you're passionate about eliminating waste and building efficiency into every level of operations, we want to hear from you! 

🔧 What You’ll Do 

• Lead the development and expansion of AGM’s Lean culture across the organization.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive cross-functional teams to execute them.
• Facilitate and implement Lean tools (5S, VSM, Kaizen, etc.) to enhance operations.
• Design efficient workstations, run mock trials, conduct time studies, and present actionable results.
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering leadership to align Lean strategies with company goals.
• Recommend product design improvements to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 standards and internal procedures.
• Support the manufacturing floor with real-time problem solving and process documentation.
• Minimal travel for engineering meetings.

✅ What You’ll Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline (required).
• 5+ years of experience in Lean manufacturing, preferably in a High Mix Low Volume environment.
• Proven success implementing Lean tools and leading process improvements.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

🧠 Skills That Make You Stand Out 

• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, GD&T, and ANSI standards.
• Ability to analyze complex problems and implement effective solutions.
• Familiarity with technical documentation and standard operating procedures.

💡 Why Join AGM? 

• Industry leader in engineered packaging and control systems.
• Strong company culture focused on courtesy, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Hands-on role with tangible impact across departments.
• Opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing at AGM.

⚠️ Additional Info 

• On-site position — remote work not available.
• Must pass a background check, drug & nicotine screening.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record (for insurance purposes).

Ready to make your mark in Lean manufacturing? Apply today and help us eliminate waste, one process at a time. 

Why AGM? 

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team
• Gain valuable, hands-on experience with a leading ERP system
• Grow your skills in a stable and innovative company

What We Offer:   

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family. 
• Life insurance for you, your spouse, and your child(ren). 
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan – a retirement plan you can grow with! 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – become an AGM employee-owner and share in the benefits. 
• Paid Time Off. 
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program. 
• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $5,250 per year – go back to school on us! 
• Performance review after 90 days of employment with up to a 5% wage increase! 
• Wage increases based on performance and completion of higher education, given every six months. 
• Quarterly and annual profit-sharing bonuses! 
• Monthly work anniversary recognition, spirit and pastry days – and an annual company picnic. 
• Summer employment opportunities for family members who are students!  

DRUG AND NICOTINE SCREEN/TEST REQUIREMENT   

Any job offer is contingent on the candidate successfully passing a drug and nicotine screening.   

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT  

Any job offer is contingent on the candidate successfully passing a comprehensive background check.  

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS   

• This position requires U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residency, or status as a U.S. Person as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).  
• Please note that this is an on-site role, and remote work arrangements are not available. Candidates must be willing and able to work at our facility during designated working hours.