Dover Environmental Solutions Group

Continuous Improvement Leader

Dover Environmental Solutions Group • $80K — $110K *
Antigo, WI 54409In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification.
  • Over 5 years of experience in Lean Transformation within a manufacturing setting.
  • Demonstrated experience in guiding functional leaders in CI roadmap execution.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading Kaizen events.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and communicate CI strategies and transformation initiatives effectively.
  • Act as the Lean champion fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Implement the 0Dover Operational Excellence Program.
  • Facilitate workshops to achieve strategic improvement goals.
  • Monitor and track improvements and key performance indicators for sustainability.

Benefits

  • 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Wellness programs and health savings accounts.
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
  • Paid time off and employee discounts.
Full Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for deploying DPC's lean Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy which will result in a significant impact to Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety (QCDS). They will provide training, expertise and direction for improvement activities to support the enterprise goals and objectives across the assigned territory. The CI Leader will work closely with the Global Operations Leadership Team, as well as cross-functionally, to identify, recommend, develop, implement and/or support cost-effective operational/business solutions for all aspects of the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy Deployment
  • Lead the execution and communication of the site CI strategies and roadmap, focusing on transformation, end-to-End processes, and systems enhancements to improve Gross Margin via the deployment of the strategic productivity initiatives (ex: flow of materials, lead time reduction, etc.)
  • Act as the primary Lean champion for the site, promoting a culture of continuous improvement across all levels.
  • Support the implementation of the 0Dover Operational Excellence Program.
  • Facilitate workshops and targeted improvement events to help teams quickly achieve strategic objectives.
  • Ensure improvements identified and rolled into the plant to capture savings. Track pillar team key performance indicators to ensure improvements are sustained and countermeasures are developed if needed.

Influential Leadership
  • Provide CI training, coaching, and support to frontline leaders to build internal capability.
  • Teach problem solving skills through the use of problem-solving tools
  • Implement CI best practices.
  • Lead GEMBA walks and coach/mentor/train the plant/functional team to deploy a consistent Daily Lean Management System (DLMS) and drive CI culture across the plant/functional areas.
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert on flow lean and problem-solving tools for the assigned territory.

Reporting and Data Analysis
  • Support data-driven decision making by maintaining KPI dashboards and visual management systems.
  • Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
  • Communicate monthly productivity and CI results to plant/functional management and Global Operations Leadership Team.
  • Establish standardized work and audit schedules for sustainment.
  • Drive the improvement of the QCDS metrics.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING
  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, business administration or related field.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification and / or Lean certification
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in Lean Transformation driving continuous improvement in a high-performing organization, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience working with functional leaders to establish and execute CI roadmap to deliver baseline results.
  • Proven experience leading Kaizen events

The ideal candidate possesses the following experience, skills, and abilities:
  • Proven ability to build culture - Vision & Strategy for Continuous Improvement
  • Experience leading / executing Operational Excellence processes and tools and organizational learning and development programs in a manufacturing environment.
  • SME/AME/ASQ/Shingo Prizes Lean Certification or other Lean Black Belt certification
  • Ability to coach, work collaboratively and successfully influence stakeholders.
  • Ability to influence and drive a CI mindset with multiple disciplines throughout the assigned territory.
  • Demonstrated program management skills with ability to deliver results across manufacturing operations.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, integrity and trust and the ability to motivate.
  • Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
  • High level of self-motivation with proactive approaches to problem solving and strong decision-making capabilities
  • Proficient in Excel, Outlook, Word, Visio, Power Point and Power BI (Value Stream Mapping)

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

About Dover Environmental Solutions Group

Dover Environmental Solutions Group is a provider of environmental solutions and services. The company offers a range of products and services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting. Dover Environmental Solutions Group is a subsidiary of Dover Corporation, a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues of over $7 billion. Dover Environmental Solutions Group is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Learn more about Dover Environmental Solutions Group
Size
25,000 employees
Market Cap
$19.3 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$683.4 million
5 Year Trend
+5.5%
Revenue
$6.6 billion
NASDAQ
DOV
* Ladders Estimates

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