Continuous Improvement Specialist

About the job

Reporting to the Operations Development Manager, the Continuous Improvement Specialist will be at the forefront of lean improvements connecting to strategy and executing through our Alfa Laval Performance System (ALPS) and transformational projects in the US Sales Company. Your role involves identifying opportunities for transformation, streamlining processes, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Scoping and leading the implementation of lean manufacturing transformation projects and initiatives within the Sales Company, including Service Centers, Field Service, Customer Experience, and Sales.
• Driving the ALPS/LSS culture, relentlessly pursuing operational excellence.
• Acting as first line support for ALPS within the US Service Centers, Field Service, and/or Sales Teams, driving new initiatives, while nurturing an environment enabling us to follow our four priorities: Sustainability, Quality, Delivery and Cost.

Requirements

• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or equivalent professional experience in a related field, and:
• Minimum of 5 years relevant and progressive technical experience in a service or manufacturing environment will be considered
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other improvement methodologies
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in continuous improvement roles applying Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Ability to teach LSS tools and methodologies (such as: VSM, 5S, 5Why, TPM, Standard Work, Process Mapping, Kanban, Waste & Waste Reduction, Visual Management, Lean line Manufacturing, DMAIC)
• Proven experience as Kaizen Facilitator
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., VISIO, MS Project)
• Experience in driving service or manufacturing transformation projects as a Project Lead
• Ability to travel up to 40% across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years relevant and progressive technical experience in a service or manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma or other improvement methodologies
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in continuous improvement roles applying Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Ability to teach LSS tools and methodologies (such as: VSM, 5S, 5Why, TPM, Standard Work, Process Mapping, Kanban, Waste & Waste Reduction, Visual Management, Lean line Manufacturing, DMAIC)
• Proven experience as Kaizen Facilitator
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., VISIO, MS Project)
• Experience in driving service or manufacturing transformation projects as a Project Lead
• Ability to travel up to 40% across the U.S.

Skills

• Teaching and mentoring of Alfa Laval Performance System and Lean Six Sigma principles, methodologies, and tools
• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of improvement initiatives using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Leading and managing improvement projects from inception to completion
• Developing project plans, setting timelines, and allocating resources effectively

Benefits

• Competitive salary and full benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life, 401(k) plan, and more.

Pay

The base salary for this role is typically $87,000 - $110,000 annually.

Schedule

This is a full-time position located in Houston, TX, Greenwood, IN, or Richmond, VA.