Continuous Improvement Lead

We are currently looking for a candidate to fill the role of Continuous Improvement Leader. The Continuous Improvement Leader is an expert in continuous improvement processes who uses and facilitates implementation of methods and tools to deliver results in throughput, productivity, cost, and inventory and delivery performance.

• Work on plant and department key initiatives and actions using CI principles, tools, methods, and techniques, in direct support of achieving business goals, improved performance, and decreased cost.
• Identify, assess, facilitate, design, and coach implementation of CI methods, techniques, and procedures, including daily management, problem solving, TPM/OEE, 5S, visual management, work design and A3 improvement plans. Use these tools to lead and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Liaison with the BU and other plants to bring technology and best practices to the location. Communicate progress and successes within the location and within the business unit.
• Maintain, compile, analyze, and report metrics of improvement projects.
• Provide support to the business for effective and efficient implementation of the Business System to employees and managers.
• Assess and diagnose problems from a process, quality, and cultural/people perspective.
• Design and prioritize the development plan and metrics for closing the gap of current and target business change.
• Teach and coach during execution of plan to help create a self-sufficient and continuous improvement culture.
• Work on Business Systems projects to increase productivity, capacity, and yield.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Two (2) years of work experience involved with driving for results and/or continuous improvement activities.
• Experience in process improvement.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen Principles.