Continuous Improvement Coordinator
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- 2300018E Requisition #
Position Purpose:
This position is responsible for driving continuous improvement in all the plant’s core processes (Materials, Engineering, Operations, Quality and Maintenance) by leading, training, and coaching teams in the application of manufacturing excellence tools such as lean manufacturing, six-sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
Essential Functions:
1. Serve as facility expert, trainer, coach, leader in the effective application of lean/six sigma tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Line operations balancing, Kaizen, Poke-Yoke, Process Capability, SMED, Kanban, etc.
2. Provide detailed, fact-based recommendation of potential projects that will deliver the most positive and lasting impact to the operation based on overall facility performance, strategy, financial, and AOP requirements. Direct management staff in selecting the final projects to be included in AOP.
3. Ensure the project plans effectively drive the overall success of the projects.
4. Champion individual projects from CER through to shop floor implementation ensuring that the projects capture financial improvements that translate to bottom-line impact.
5. Provide subject matter expertise in identifying key talent and building teams for each project.
6. Lead teams in the creation of a clear charter for each project with quantifiable and measurable metrics for success. Hold teams accountable to those metrics.
7. Lead, train, and coach team in the use of the relevant manufacturing excellence improvement tools to drive the project towards achieving the documented goals.
8. Work closely with core management group to ensure successful transition, implementation, and long-term sustainability of the improvements.
9. Work with new product/process division, plant, cross-location, and cross-divisional launch teams to improve the effectiveness of the AQP process, implementing lean/six sigma tools such that the changes drive positive momentum in plant and division metrics.
10. Validate capacity requirements based on marketing forecasts.
11. Work directly with all process owners to drive the facility key metrics/scorecards in positive direction.
Education and Training
· BS/BA Degree in engineering or related field required.
· Six-sigma certification a plus.
· Certification through change leader program or equivalent preferred.
Minimum Qualifications
· 8+ years’ experience in a related field or a bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Demonstrated leadership experience either through direct supervision or by coordinating and or facilitating successful operational improvement teams.
· Proven experience utilizing lean manufacturing techniques and principles.
· Highly developed interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all employees.
· Extensive project management experience is required.
Physical Demands
· Must be able to remain in a stationary position constantly.
· Frequently need to move about office or plant designated area.
Environmental Conditions
· Work Environment: Office/Administrative
· Frequent exposure to plant environment/loud noises.
Behavioral Traits
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, ask questions for clarification, and take initiative
· Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to efficiently meet deadlines
· Strong customer service orientation
· Must be able to work effectively in a team
· Strong analytical and technical problem-solving ability
· Ability to do multiple tasks effectively
Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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