Continuous Improvement Specialist

Manages the Operational support system to ensure OEE 1 and OEE 2 data is being collected to make many real-time and long-term decisions regarding the true root cause of downtime and will support the VS Manager with data and ideas for improvement. Is the site Lean expert and will manage or support all Kaizen events, CI incentive events, and Greenbelt projects by planning, executing, and sustaining the lean culture and process.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Is the site subject matter expert with all aspects of the Operational Management System, Factory MES. This includes but is not limited to, being the system administrator, managing the improvement opportunities with the system, managing the software updating of the system, defining the system KPIs and partnering with engineering on all program adjustments and changes, managing the change process with the system as the production lines change and expand, being the site expert on report development and data analysis, and be the site point of contact with the vendor for the system needs.
• Manages and drives a culture of Kaizen through the current T-card process and by participating in and leading onsite and offsite Kaizen events. This will include being a member of kaizen events, planning and executing Kaizen events, managing the kaizen tasks list, scheduling kaizen meetings, following up with Kaizen leaders, managing the kaizen board, and most importantly ensuring the site Kaizen metrics are visible and sustaining.
• Ensures all new best practices are captured in standard work and partners with the training department in development of specific training plans. Following the TWI (Training within Industry) format and principles are imperative to ensuring the sustainment of the best practice.
• Knowing and learning data analysis software tools like SQL, Power BI, and Tableau. This person will need to develop and distribute all operational data to department owners and can adjust and improve the data format and the ability to cross-reference data from department to department.
• Is there expert in the development and routing of all operational standard work. Having the ability to train others how to develop and route standard work is imperative.
• Establishes criteria and well-articulated implementation plans like A3s, Smart Sheets, and realistically defined specific charters, which will include timelines and action lists.
• Systematically identify losses within the value stream. These can be losses/wastes of any resource, but the typical focus is on equipment, work process, inventory, materials, design, production throughput, time, or energy
• Drive and support the ongoing implementation of lean activities including but not limited to, standard work implementation, line balancing, waste removal, SMED, 5S, process improvements, and Gemba Walks.
• Interact with internal and external customers specific to line activities for lean initiatives.
• Promote benchmarking and best practice sharing with other areas/departments within the plant or sister plants. Establish best practice standards to be used as goals for lean initiatives.
• This position may require overtime and/or weekend work.
• Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules.
• Attendance to work is an essential function of this position.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field and/or 1-3 years related experience and/or training.
• College Level Mathematical Skills
• Intermediate Computer Skills: Ability to perform more complex computer tasks and knowledge of various computer programs.
• Full Professional Proficiency: Ability to speak, read, and write fluently and accurately on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• High Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions that may be provided in various forms

Preferred:

• Ability to display excellent time management skills.
• Ability to travel.
• Understanding of Business Process Management, Lean, Six Sigma, DMAIC, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Lean Six Sigma greenbelt or black belt training and certification

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