- Identify and prioritize strategic opportunities for improvement in existing processes, focusing on substantial impact areas.
- Develop and execute comprehensive plans to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate overall operational performance.
- Provide visionary leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Effectively coordinate meetings, delegate tasks, and communicate progress to the manager's team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to uncover intricate trends and patterns, providing nuanced insights for continuous improvement.
- Create sophisticated reports that convey findings and actionable recommendations to the team.
- Lead by example to instill a culture of continuous improvement, promoting the use of data-driven decision-making and encouraging innovation.
- Introduce and champion innovative concepts and approaches to further optimize operational processes.
- Conduct impactful workshops to engage personnel at all levels in problem-solving and idea generation.
- Provide comprehensive training sessions to ensure all employees are well-informed about process changes.
- Oversee and manage a portfolio of improvement projects, ensuring they align with the organization's strategic objectives.
- Maintain a comprehensive tracker of all improvement projects and their status, tracking their impact on key performance indicators.
- Play a lead role as an internal auditor for ISO9001:2015, ensuring compliance and contributing to continuous improvement in quality management systems.
- In-depth understanding and application of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles. Lean Manufacturing
- Proven and extensive track record of successfully implementing transformative projects, demonstrating tangible results.
- Significant senior-level experience in a manufacturing environment (10+ years).
- Demonstrated ability to define and measure complex problems, coupled with a strategic mindset.
- In-depth understanding of costing and its nuanced impact on production changes.
- Full understanding of Microsoft Office Suite9 Excel, Outlook
- Expert in DMAIC Methodology; line balancing or work leveling.
- Advanced Knowledge Problem Solving (8Ds, 5 -Why, Fishbone); FMEA Failure modes and effects analysis; poka-yoke
- Sitting: The role involves prolonged periods of sitting while working on a computer, conducting interviews, or attending meetings. Ergonomic office furniture is provided to ensure comfort.
- Screen Time: Extensive use of computer screens is common in this role. Adequate breaks and ergonomic setups are encouraged to minimize eye strain and fatigue.
- Mobility: While the position is predominantly sedentary, occasional mobility is required for tasks such as filing, attending meetings, and participating in office events.
- Communication: Clear communication, both written and verbal, is crucial. This includes interacting with team members, conducting interviews, and addressing employee inquiries.
- Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously is essential. The work environment may involve occasional stress due to deadlines or unexpected demands.
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Continuous Improvement Manager - Crystal Lake, United States - WernerCo
Description
About Us:
Join our dynamic team at WernerCo. as our Continuous Improvement Manager, where you'll lead transformative initiatives to elevate our operational performance. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your extensive experience, providing visionary leadership to cross-functional teams, driving a culture of continuous improvement, and implementing strategic plans to increase efficiency and reduce waste. If you have a proven track record in implementing transformative projects, possess strong leadership capabilities, and thrive in fostering collaboration and innovation, we invite you to apply. Take the next step in your career by contributing to our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement
Overview:As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you will be a key driver in shaping and executing the organization's continuous improvement strategy. Drawing on your extensive experience, you will lead transformative projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste. This senior-level role requires a proven track record in successfully implementing process improvements, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence change at all organizational levels.
Responsibilities:Strategic Process Improvement:
Leadership and Collaboration:
Advanced Data Analysis:
Cultural Transformation and Innovation:
Training and Workshops:
Project Portfolio Management:
ISO9001:2015 Internal Auditor:
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position would have 1 direct report currently with more in the future.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
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EEO Statement:WernerCo is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. WernerCo is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to WernerCo are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. WernerCo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.