Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or similar; or 12 years of relevant experience
4-6 years of progressive continuous improvement experience
Strong proficiency in Lean methodologies applicable in various environments
Experience in change management and transformational leadership
Skilled in process mapping using SIPOC or similar techniques
Competent in detailed project planning and tracking
Responsibilities
Develop, train, and coach employees on Continuous Improvement fundamentals
Define and lead short and long-term Continuous Improvement strategies
Standardize and share best practices across global ICS Business
Implement CI initiatives to improve key performance metrics
Facilitate identification and prioritization of cost-saving initiatives
Represent ICS in the Global Continuous Improvement Steering Committee
Perform additional duties as needed
Benefits
Engagement with multi-level teams for development and coaching
Opportunity to influence and enhance operational excellence
Collaboration across functions to drive significant change
Access to a global network for sharing best practices
Growth opportunities through hands-on coaching and mentoring
Diverse and dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities
Full Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Leader will be responsible for leading the successful deployment of improvement projects aligned with the NBS Next initiatives. In this position the leader will engage with all levels of the ICS organization to teach and develop through hands-on coaching. The position will mentor to create value through identification and elimination of waste. Successful implementation will show improvements in Nordson's Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) by building a strong culture of continuous improvement built on common fundamentals, capabilities, and implementation.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develop, train and coach all levels of employees in fundamentals of Continuous Improvement, driving the culture of NBS Next in all functions at all levels
Help define, execute, and lead the short and long-term strategy for Continuous Improvement initiatives for ICS Business
NBS standardization and best practice sharing across ICS Business globally
Lead implementation of CI initiatives and problem-solving projects in collaboration with various business functions to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity and Cost (SQDIPC), as well as commercial and engineering functions.
Facilitate identification, quantification, and prioritization of cost savings Initiatives; maintain project pipeline to support divisional savings targets
Represent ICS on Nordson Corporation Global Continuous Improvement Steering Committee
Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or relevant degree is preferred; 12 years of relevant experience is required in lieu of a degree
4-6 years of progressive continuous improvement experience demonstrating business acumen, leadership and ability to drive results
Proficiency in Lean thinking with application in both operations and transactional environments in a variety of situations
Experience leading process mapping sessions via SIPOC or comparable processes
Experience building and tracking projects with a detailed project plan
Preferred Skills and Abilities
Ability to think creatively and analytically
Detail-oriented, self-starter with strong organizational skills
Proven ability to lead initiatives working collaboratively and independently in a dynamic environment
Strong interpersonal skills
Demonstrated effective execution of concurrent projects and ability to multi-task
Able to influence at all levels of the organization
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient with MS Office, MS Project, SharePoint, PowerBI, and SAP
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Office and manufacturing environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Travel Required
Estimated 20% Domestic and International
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About Nordson
Nordson Corporation is a global manufacturer of systems that apply adhesives, sealants, and coatings to a variety of consumer and industrial products. The company's products are used in a range of industries, including packaging, nonwovens, electronics, medical, and automotive. Nordson's systems are designed to improve product quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency for its customers. The company was founded in 1935 and is headquartered in Westlake, Ohio.
