Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Major Responsibilities

• Supports identification and analysis of process improvement opportunities
• Affords assistance in continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen
• Coordinates workshops, value stream mapping sessions, and root cause analysis activities
• Ensures process enhancements are measurable and aligned with organizational goals
• Captures and interprets performance data to support informed decision-making
• Maintains dashboards and KPIs to monitor process performance
• Tracks cost savings, efficiency gains, and project ROI
• Prepares summaries, reports, and presentations for leadership review
• Documents current and future-state processes
• Affords assistance in creating and maintaining SOPs and best practices documentation
• Supports compliance with internal standards and quality requirements
• Collaborates with DC leadership and cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Supports change management efforts
• Communicates project updates, progress, and results to key stakeholders

Minimum Job Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent experience
• Two years of experience in process improvement, operations, manufacturing, quality, or similar roles

Preferred Job Requirements

• Associates Degree
• Leverage of Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Knowledge

Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5 Whys, DMAIC)
• Project management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications: Excel, Teams, Outlook, and Word
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support change management and gain stakeholder engagement
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Office Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.
• The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.
• On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Great Reasons To Work For Generac

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Many employee activities Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day!
• Dress for your day
• Product loan and discount programs

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.
• The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.
• On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders.
• The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds.
• Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.