Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience
6-8 years of relevant continuous improvement experience
Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or Master Black Belt)
Technical skills in Lean, Six Sigma, ISO, and advanced statistics
Familiarity with Material Handling Equipment
Proficient in statistical software like Minitab and MS Excel
Responsibilities
Deploy the Kenco Operating System (KOS) at the site with minimal supervision
Act as a project champion, guiding project selection and completion
Facilitate KOS training and coaching at the site level
Assist leadership in developing and executing the KOS implementation plan
Calculate financial implications of process changes
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Paid parental leave
401(k) plan
Paid Time Off starting from Day 1
Full Job Description
About the Position
Senior level in Continuous Improvement job progression. Responsible for, but not limited to, functions pertaining to the development, implementation and maintenance of the Kenco Operating System (KOS) at our Distribution Center. This includes the cross functional activities of: Lean, Work Measurement & Accountability, Six Sigma, Quality, Financial Management, Training and Project Management. The CI Leader will be the change agent within the network to deploy the Kenco Operating System (KOS) in support of Operational Excellence.
Functions
Supports and enables the deployment of Kenco Operating System (KOS) at the assigned site with general/minimal supervision
Serves in a project champion advisor role and provides advice on project selection, definition, prioritization, and completion.
Provides regular feedback and updates on active projects.
Assists all Site leadership in the culture and practices around the Kenco Guiding Principles.
Assists all Site leadership in the development and execution of the KOS implementation plan.
Facilitates and coaches KOS training at a site level.
Provides on-going education in data-driven business improvement philosophies/methods at all employee levels.
Will manage the site KOS deployment on an on-going basis.
Coach and mentor leaders and associates on the following:The application of standard work and quality management systems,Work measurement and accountability,Lean philosophies and Six Sigma,Financial management and project management,Effective training,
Calculate financial cost and benefits to process changes; validate results with process owners.
Instill KOS ownership via training, mentoring, coaching, and other technical support at the site and functional levels.
Influence leadership on KOS principles, processes, and tools as defined in the implementation plan.
Partner with network leaders to develop and complete KOS deployment and action plans, plan and complete maturity assessments and phase gate reviews.
Share knowledge with other Continuous Improvement Leaders and teams across the organization for support and continued update of the latest KOS enhancements and updates.
Drive breakthrough performance and expectations through the network.
Drive solutions to assigned tasks incorporating a proactive approach to problem solving.
Flexible application of KOS concepts to meet business needs.
Presenting data to customers, both internal and external.
Perform process mapping, value stream mapping, process design, methods development, establishing performance standards/metrics, ROI analysis and project management.
Issues written and oral instructions to employees as needed.
Assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures as related to EIP.
Coach employees to improve their performance and expand their skills as outlined within EIP.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university in a related discipline; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
6-8 years of relevant experience
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt. At the least, the candidate/employee should be able to give detailed examples of experience in lean manufacturing techniques.
Technical competencies in: Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Process Management, ISO, Change Management and advanced statistical techniques.
A basic knowledge of Material Handling Equipment and other various machinery
Must be results-oriented, a change agent, with the ability to interface with all levels and areas of an organization, establish close working relationships, and build consensus for chosen solutions
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, proportions, percentages, and area
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Ability to read, interpret, and write documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Experience using appropriate statistical software such as Minitab, Crystal Ball, Statistic, SPC XL, SPSS, etc.
Competence using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to quantify impact to process metrics and financials.
Skill in coaching/mentoring in on-the-job application of new skills is critical.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Competencies
Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
Communicate for Impact - Proactively communicate with all stakeholders throughout the life cycle of programs and projects.
Influencing Others - Can quickly find common ground and can solve problems for the good of the organization with a minimal amount of noise. Authentically gains trust and support of peers.
Managing Transitions/ Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
Strategic Agility - Enable Kenco to remain competitive by adjusting and adapting to innovative ideas necessary to support Kenco's long-term organizational strategy.
Travel Requirements
This position is expected to travel approximately 25% or less.
A passport is not required, but recommended.
Disclosures
For California residents - please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco's privacy policy https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits offered:
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days
Kenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.
About Kenco
Kenco is a logistics and supply chain management company that provides integrated logistics solutions including distribution and fulfillment, transportation management, material handling services, and real estate management. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Kenco has over 90 facilities across North America and employs over 5,000 people. The company serves a wide range of industries including automotive, food and beverage, healthcare, and retail.
