Continuous Improvement Lean Specialist

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• 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
• Coverage of 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
• 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

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.