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Continuous Improvement Engineer

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United States , Los Angeles

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105000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Year
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Job Description:

Drive operational excellence across Formic’s deployed robotic systems. Identify recurring performance gaps, deployment inefficiencies, and workflow friction, then implement structured improvements that increase reliability, standardization, and customer impact. This role blends field insight with analytical rigor.

Job Responsibility:

  • Gather and synthesize customer and field feedback to identify systemic improvement opportunities
  • Translate recurring issues into structured initiatives with clear ownership and measurable outcomes
  • Analyze deployment and operational workflows to identify inefficiencies and failure patterns
  • Develop and implement process changes that improve reliability, standardization, and performance
  • Partner cross-functionally to ensure improvement initiatives are executed and sustained
  • Track key performance metrics to measure impact and inform decision-making
  • Document updated processes, standards, and best practices to improve repeatability
  • Promote structured problem-solving and a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of experience in process improvement, operations, industrial engineering, or a related technical environment
  • Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills
  • Ability to translate ambiguous field feedback into clear, actionable improvement plans
  • Comfort working in manufacturing, robotics, or industrial environments
  • Ability to influence without direct authority across cross-functional teams
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other structured improvement methodologies

Nice to have:

  • Experience working with robotic systems, automation vendors, or systems integrators
  • Experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial automation environments
  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar frameworks
  • Experience using data analysis or visualization tools such as Excel, Tableau, or Power BI
What we offer:
  • Equity in Formic: Participate in our stock option program
  • Competitive & Uncapped Commission Structure
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Additional Insurance Benefits: FSA and DCFSA, life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Parental Leave Program: Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Company-sponsored 401(k)
  • Home Office Stipend: A one-time allowance for fully remote and hybrid employees
  • Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
  • Flexible Time Off

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 17, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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