5+ years of experience in Lean manufacturing implementation
Leadership skills essential
Experience in leading Kaizen events required
Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma methodology
Excellent communication and training skills needed
Responsibilities
Utilize Lean tools to improve operations across the business
Schedule and manage the Continuous Improvement Steering Committee
Track and report monthly cost savings successes
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by meeting RPA goals
Plan and execute Kaizen events
Conduct Lean training for team members
Follow up on action items from Kaizen events
Benefits
Diverse health offerings including a health clinic
Tailored training programs for professional growth
Access to vending machines with snacks and food options
Opportunity for mobile work flexibility
Full Job Description
Your role
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
General:
Utilizes Lean tools to drive Lean Systems in all aspects of the business; e.g., Operations, Quality, Engineering, Admin.
Schedules and manages the site Continuous Improvement Steering Committee
Track / Achieve cost savings objectives and report monthly results
Promote a continuous improvement culture through achievement of RPA targets
Plan, organize, and execute Kaizen events
Conduct Lean training
Follow up on Kaizen event action list through start to close
Facilitate Continuous Improvement teams using Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED
Provide input to the Regional Lean Director to continually improve training materials and technique
Required Skills/Abilities:
Must have problem solving and facilitation skills
Must be enthusiastic, tenacious, professional and articulate
Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization
Must have ability to become a certified Black Belt within 18 months
Required Experience:
Lean Systems Certification
Minimum of 5 years' experience implementing Lean manufacturing
Leadership skills
Experience leading Kaizen events
Preferred knowledge of Six Sigma
Excellent communication and training skills
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tool box
Excellent problem solving and facilitation skills
Experience in Lean Systems implementation
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology (Kaizen, VA/VE, 3P, 5s and SMED)
Required Knowledge:
Must possess communication and training skills
Knowledge of the Toyota Production System
Proficient in OpEx methods, tools, skills, and trends and how to apply
Proficiency in MS Office and digital tools used for analysis, reporting, and visual management.
Education and Experience:
Minimum bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience and knowledge of production machinery, processes, standards, and/or change management.
Lean, Lean Six Sigma certified. Minimum Green Belt, Black Belt preferred
Physical Requirements:
Speaking and hearing is sufficient for understanding, required
Visual requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and ability to adjust focus
Major portion of work schedule is spent walking, standing, stooping, bending and occasionally lifting up to 40lb.
Must have sufficient manual dexterity to use hands and fingers in use of keyboard entry.
Occasionally working near moving mechanical parts.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An Associate may also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or management.
Your benefits
Health Management: Your health and well-being are important to us. Take advantage of our diverse health offerings, such as the health clinic.
Training and Development: Our focus is on the continuous growth of our team members. We want to ensure that everyone can reach their full potential, which is why we offer tailored training programs for various roles. This helps you achieve peak performance and boosts your professional success!
Food: Our sites offer vending machines with a variety of snacks and food options for you to enjoy - perfect for added flexibility during shift work, ensuring convenient access to refreshments at any time.
Flexibility: Flexibility leads to efficiency - that's what we believe. That's why mobile work is possible.
