Continuous Improvement Technician 2

• Implementation of Lean projects, including: application of lean tools to eliminate waste, workstation design, mock trials, fabrication, plant organizing, markings and labels, time studies, documentation, presentations.

• Assist in the development of SOP's specifically focused on plant manufacturing processes by utilizing time studies, spaghetti charts, material classification, PFEP, and visual management methods.

• Develop and implement visual controls and signage in the plant to reinforce processes, provide metrics, and improve material flow.

• Work with selected plant management on how to develop Lean mindset and Lean oriented processes to improve efficiency and standardize work.

• Partner with plant assembly line staff to collect observations, ideas, and solutions.

• Lead participants of Kaizen workshops, training sessions, committee projects, etc.

• Educate, coach, and challenge process owners in the use of lean and statistical tools, approaches and techniques to create process management and measurement systems.

• Drive safety, quality and efficiency measures through proactive problem resolution, follow-up and follow-through.

• Perform additional duties as needed

Nature & Scope:

• Works within knowledge with minimal direction

Knowledge & Skills:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills

• Knowledge of Lean principles and tools

• Working knowledge of MS Office - Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint

• Knowledge of assembly manufacturing operations

• Must be a self-starter with initiative.

• Problem solving techniques

• Demonstrated knowledge of plant systems, equipment, and operations

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

• Strong team player, results orientated, dedication to excellence and sense of urgency to achieve business objectives

• Ability to apply good judgement, effective decision-making skills, strong work ethics and integrity on the job

• Serve as team's representative to other departments of organizations

• Learn and demonstrate effective project team leadership

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in related role preferably within a high-volume manufacturing environment

Education:

• Associates degree / Vocational training strongly preferred or equivalent experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

Must be able to perform essential responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified applicants will not require employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of a person's race, color, religion (including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, uniform service member or veteran status, ancestry, disability, physical or mental disability (including HIV/AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, request for protected leave, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age (over 40), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company will comply with all federal and state regulations and statutes pertaining to individuals with disabilities.

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