Process Improvement Specialist

Process Improvement Specialist

At The Westervelt Company, we are stewards of the land. We believe in sustainable management, conservation and protection of our natural resources. We are committed to our core values of ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees, providing the highest quality products and services for our customers, and developing long-lasting relationships in the communities where we live and work.

We are searching for a Process Improvement Specialist for Westervelt Lumber in Moundville, AL.

The Process Improvement Specialist is an early talent development position. The person in this role will be required to successfully complete Lean Six Sigma Black Belt training and meet all certification requirements. The Process Improvement Specialist is responsible for leading and executing assigned process improvement activities & projects. Project opportunities are identified by a Continuous Improvement Steering Committee. The Process Improvement Specialist is responsible for defining the scope of a problem, gathering data to establish the baseline performance, identifying appropriate process metrics, identifying various factors that relate to outcomes, using statistical tools to perform root cause analysis, developing potential solutions to root causes and working with Process Stakeholders to implement corrective action and control plans. This position will be responsible for multiple projects at any given time.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in identification & scoping of improvement project opportunities.

• Lead process improvement projects & teams using the Lean Six Sigma DMAIC methodology.

• Develop & implement data collection plans and track data metrics for process improvement initiatives.

• Assist stakeholders in the development & implementation of process metrics.

• Mentor & coach others in the use & application of Lean Six Sigma tools.

• Lead & conduct Lean/Kaizen events.

• Develop, assist and utilize Lean Six Sigma Green Belts in execution of projects.

• Assist stakeholders in the implementation of selected continuous improvement projects.

• Gain proficiency and provide assistance in the utilization of statistical software and the interpretation of results.

• Achieve annual targeted project savings.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Forestry or related disciplines relevant to manufacturing, forestry, ecological services and other company business operations is preferred

• 1-2 years relevant work experience

• Ability to achieve Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

• Affinity to work in an industrial environment

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills

• Above average presentation skills

• Self-disciplined and motivated

• Ability to form & work with teams of varying education backgrounds and skill levels

• Ability to understand and utilize statistical tools

• Project management skills

• Excellent follow-up & analytical skills

• Ability to influence and motivate others

• Ability to work independently

The base salary range for this position is $61,000 - $91,500. Actual base salary is based on the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

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