Continuous Improvement Leader

Company: Aerotek
Location: Beaver Dam
Posted on: February 24, 2021

Job Description:

*If interested in this role, please contact Kyle McLean at 515-657-5479 or email*Description:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Support the ongoing development of a plant-wide continuous improvement culture. Assist in efforts focused on driving employee engagement, enhancing organizational capability and developing plant based change agents.Provide expertise in all areas of waste reduction, simplification, Lean, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, quality improvement methods, capability based processes and other appropriate areas of knowledge.Study existing processes across the plant to identify opportunities to drive out waste and improve profitability, and process efficiency.Facilitate improvement events using a range of tools.Deliver relevant training and coaching, to ensure employees are appropriately educated throughout the business regarding waste reduction, process improvement and overall cost.Actively participate in the identification, development, and application of next generation continuous improvement processes/tools.Continuously review and improve operational productivity.Facilitate problem solving within departments and cross-functionally.Research, evaluate, recommend and implement investments in technology, equipment or systems that will enhance operational capabilities in order to optimize production, improve efficiency and reduce conversion cost.Push the improvement of processes through the use of Lean tools and by creating and sustaining a continuous improvement environment.Review manufacturing methods and develop product/process/system strategies to meet company objectives for quality, cost, responsiveness and growth.Drive Operational Excellence using various tools, best practices and continuous improvement.Other duties as assigned.Skills:Lean six sigma, Continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, Lean implementation, Six sigma, Spc, TpmAdditional Skills & Qualifications:KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & COMPETENCIESDemonstrated motivational, leadership, negotiation and coaching skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsEffective problem solving skills - Analytically minded and data-drivenStrong organization and project management skillsProven track record of creating, implementing and sustaining an effective operationLeads with a high level of integrity and accountabilityPatience, perseverance and passion to drive a Lean culture across the plantExperience in developing, implementing and improving key performance indicator metrics through strong data analysis and continuous improvementEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:Bachelor's degree in Business / Operations or BS in Engineering5+ years of technical / operations experience with focus on manufacturingPrevious experience in leading CI activities within a value stream or site levelLean, Six Sigma, TPS, or DMAIC experiencePrevious hands-on and practical experience in using value stream mapping and implementing lean tools with proven results in at least the following areas: 5S+1, Visual Management, Standard Work, Quick Changeover, SMED and TPM preferred*If interested in this role, please contact Kyle McLean at 515-657-5479 or email* About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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