L-Continuous Improvement Lead - Longview, TX, US
2 days ago
Job description
Job Description
Division: Crosby Longview......
Department: Leadership
Title: Continuous Improvement Lead
Reports to: VP of Operations
Level/Grade:
Type of Position: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Shift: First
Job Summary
- Lead and drive continuous improvement programs within our Longview operations facility. Responsible for aiding in the development of Continuous Improvement ideas into executable projects. Facilitator of project planning meetings that will be comprised of cross function teams. Will be a key contributor to execution of these project plans. This is a hands-on position.
- Aid in validation of manufacturing labor standards to reflect accurate cost and capacity planning
- Support driving focus for design and operational improvement projects (VA/VE/DFM/DFA concepts). This corporate resource is expected to be engaged in CI projects at our sites as dictated by our project prioritization.
- Support development of a lean production system by training and mentoring fellow team members on industry accepted concepts (Toyota Production System, Lean Six Sigma)
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (*Essential)
- Works along with VP of Operations and support of the Quality Director and Site Mangers.
- Assist manufacturing in identification and understanding of causes leading to low productivity, low utilization of labor or equipment, and/or missed shipments (MUDA analysis, Operator Pace Rating, Kaizen ideas). Be a change agent for improvement.
- Lead and support projects to improve manufacturing output.
- Track ideation and performance of these projects to attain annual operating plans.
- Train fellow employees on methods to analyze and improve processes. Demonstrate this during the afore mentioned projects.
Special Location/Position Requirements:
- Longview TX, USA
Job Specifications (Work Experience, Skills, Abilities, etc.)
- 5+ years Manufacturing Engineering or Industrial Engineering Experience
- Strong computer skills including use of Office365 applications
- Basic understanding of establishing operational routings and labor standards to complete these steps
- Understanding of Project Management is a plus
- Led Continuous Improvement / Kaizen projects and tools to achieve productivity savings
- Plant layout / AutoCAD software knowledge a plus
- Knowledge of Forging, Machining, Heat Treating, Powder and Wet Painting, Assembly, Kitting operations a plus
- Demonstrated ability to build a business case to support Capital Expense projects a requirement
- Capability to train and lead small project teams.
- Additional software solution knowledge including TimerPro, ProPlanner, WindChill, Creo, aPriori, Team Center all pluses
- Participation in Automation projects a plus
Education Requirements:
BS in Engineering or Engineering Technology related field.
BS in Manufacturing, Engineering or Industrial Engineering, Industrial Technology preferred.
Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:
Exposure to shop conditions, which are variable depending on the task assigned, but are generally dirty. Is subject to shop noise. Involves extensive standing and walking. Skin and eyes are subject to drying and irritating fumes, vapors and solutions controlled to OSHA standards. Works both in and outdoors with sometimes dusty or confining work areas when in the shop/lab. Minimal Travel may be required to support our multi-site operations.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
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