Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer / Shingo Expert

Philips
Full-time Alajuela, Costa Rica other-general
Posted:
February 28, 2026
Location:
Alajuela, Costa Rica, Costa Rica

Job Description

**Sr Continuous Improvement Engineer / Shingo Expert**
Responsible for improving the productivity, efficiency and flow of manufacturing processes by eliminating waste.
**Your role:**
+ Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, controls, and production flows to improve efficiency, safety, and cost management.
+ Analyze production data, engineering specs, and schedules to define effective systems integrating people, materials, machines, and energy.
+ Lead and mentor engineering teams, ensuring proper staffing, capabilities, adherence to business processes, and CAPEX accountability.
+ Build strong cross-functional relationships, supporting CAPA, CIPs, sourcing decisions, make‑or‑buy analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
+ Drive plant‑level transformation, innovation, automation, and the creation of new standards and processes across business units.
**You're the right fit if:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or related), with 5+ years of manu...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Full-time
Location: Alajuela, Costa Rica
Posted: February 28, 2026
Deadline: March 05, 2026