Continuous Improvement Coordinator

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Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and continuously develop 5s system that addresses safety, housekeeping, quality, and continuous improvement
• Daily communications with Improvement Leaders, Department Managers, Production Supervisors, and Production Improvement Manager on Lean objectives and goals
• Perform Production Improvement "pitches" as required
• Analyze Productivity/Quality database to establish action plan
• Administration of plant 5s program
• Analyze value stream data through Value Stream Mapping and Material Information Flow
• Facilitate Kaizen projects with the direction and support of plant leadership
• Perform daily "go and see" activities and data collection for the purposes of understanding improvement opportunities in designated area
• Maintain Plant Associate Suggestion System and study data to actualize potential Kaizen activities
• Coordinate and perform Visual board coaching/auditing to establish accountability within the Value Streams
• Establish, maintain and monitor Standard Work system within the plant
• Mentor Team Leaders on 8-Step Problem Solving process
• Coordinate Plant QC Circle activities and mentor Team Leaders on QC Circle process
• Perform Time studies/Process Observations as required
• Represents the organization in production improvement meetings, which will include creation and development of presentation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must communicate effectively with Processing Manager and internal/external customers
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set
• Strong organization skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously
• Strong computer skills - Word, Excel, Access, Power Point
• Other skill sets will be assessed
• Must be able to work in a team environment and have demonstrated ability to be an effective team member
• Must be a self-starter that can work with minimal supervision
• Must have demonstrated good initiative and acceptable job performance, which includes acceptable attendance in previous job/jobs
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime when needed
• Good understanding of financial measure and goals is preferred

Additional Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, secondary education preferred
• Three or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Previous mechanical experience to aid in process improvements preferred
• Lean training, to include but not exempt to: Lean 101, QC Circle, 5S, VSM/MIF, Waste ID, Team Building, Pull Systems, SMED, Standard Work, FIFO, FMDS, 8-Step Problem Solving, A3 Development and Kaizen
• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
• Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods of time, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stopping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks
• Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
• Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as; reading, viewing a computer terminal, visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
• Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)

Work Schedule:

• 40+ hours weekly with flexible hours depending on department needs. Will require travel up to 50% at times based on need of the business and projects. Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

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