About the PositionLeads and supports the development of key aspects of the transformation and continuous improvement of the Kenco Operation System (KOS) to drive results and enable efficiency, effectiveness and productivity improvements across the enterprise.
Functions- Ability to align the organization around lean principles and drive establishment of lean systems in all areas through use of Hoshin planning activities.
- Ensure that the correct tools be utilized to solve the most important problems affecting our customer’s satisfaction, quality, cost and delivery.
- Ability to develop and implement appropriate companywide measurement systems that drive correct behaviors and support attaining business goals
- Utilize lean and six sigma methodologies to reduce waste and variation within the operation
- Willing to set the bar ever higher and see their servant/leader role as being analogous with encouraging and supporting attainment of stretch goals that focus on increasing customer value
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering preferred or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Equivalent years of Logistics/Supply Chain experience would be considered. Equivalent years of Logistics/Supply Chain experience is defined as one year of professional experience for each year of college requested.
- Minimum of 5 years leadership experience
- 5 years of applied and demonstrated Lean experience
- Lean certification required
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required at minimum
- Experience with change management development and execution
- Demonstrated experience in applying Lean Six Sigma process improvement methods with evidence of results
- Demonstrated ability to effectively analyze data to identify trends, performance results, and opportunities for improvement
Competencies- Business Acumen - Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization.
- Communicate for Impact - Devoting the time and resources necessary to communicate the strategic vision, direction, priorities, and progress of the team for which you are responsible.
- Leading People - Ability to develop and implement strategies to maximize employee performance and foster employee engagement in meeting the organization's strategy.
- Managing Transitions / Change Management - Effectively plans, manages and communicates changes in processes with appropriate stakeholders.
- Relationship Management - Building and maintaining relationships with internal partners to successfully complete projects and organizational objectives.
- Strategic Agility - Gains perspective and balances the pressure between daily tasks and strategic actions that impact the long-term viability of the organization.
Travel Requirements- This position is expected to travel approximately 25% - 50%.
- Flexible location
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- 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.
- Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.
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.
