GPS Lead

Roles & Responsibilities

• Investigate, experiment, and implement processes to maximize productivity
• Provide tactical coaching on Lean Methodology and Continuous Improvement Techniques (Six Sigma)
• Provide manufacturing with packaging and technical engineering support to implement new products and processes into production and ensure they follow industry regulations and standards
• Create and maintain an environment of continuous improvement by actively managing projects to improve overall quality
• Proactive problem solving on the basis statistic analysis of corrective actions
• Select and develop tools and fixtures for improvements
• Take ownership of change initiatives from inception to project delivery
• Employ a working knowledge of standard-work to ensure every work activity is properly defined, displayed and accurately followed by employees to enable safety adherence and consistent quality
• Complete post implementation reviews in a timely manner to ensure successful delivery has been achieved and to ensure that improvements can be made for future projects
• Work in collaboration with sister plants when implementing similar topics/initiative

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree minimum in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, or other related education
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working within the engineering/technical field

General Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly with technical information that must be conveyed in a clear and convincing way
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Willing to work overtime as needed
• Willing to travel domestic and international
• Must be self-motivated and able to problem solve complex situations while utilizing available resources

Application Information

Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.