BereaCorps Continuous Improvement Data Associate

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The Continuous Improvement Data Associate will support departments across Berea College’s campus to identify and remove constraints, helping them to become more effective and efficient. This position includes rigorous training in the fundamentals of Continuous Improvement methodologies, as they apply to both manufacturing and business processes. The associate will support campus departments as they complete continuous improvement projects and individuals as they complete Lean Green Belt certification.

The associate will apply continuous improvement strategies as both a project team member and project leader across campus, and will be the point person for data analysis, SOP creation and management, and reporting for the Office of Continuous Improvement.

• Support the Continuous Improvement Director in all aspects of leading continuous improvement efforts across Berea College, including meeting facilitation, training, data entry, project recruitment, and other duties as assigned.
• Coordinate the data collection, storage, and analysis of metrics associated with projects in the Office of Continuous Improvement and across campus departments, troubleshooting data-related processes and providing analytical recommendations.
• Ensure the accuracy of continuous improvement projects related to data metrics and analysis.
• Complete data analysis for campus departments, as requested, to sustain continuous improvement best practices.
• Learn and teach the fundamental principles of Continuous Improvement across various campus settings.
• Conduct independent research for solutions and process options for stakeholders from all areas of campus.
• Inspire a desire in project participants to look for change and remove burdensome waste from existing processes.
• Lead process mapping events to reduce non-value-added effort and cost in campus departments, supporting them in becoming more effective and efficient.

• Bachelor’s Degree from Berea College with a graduation date in 2025 or spring 2026

• Experience with Lean in a practical application on campus strongly preferred.
• Understanding and experience of data analysis.
• Ability to visually and orally present and explain findings, trends, and metrics.
• Experience presenting to groups is a plus. Desire to develop this skill is required.
• Previous exposure to Lean or Continuous Improvement techniques or theory strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in mathematics.
• Proficiency in computer skills including data processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to present to large groups confidently and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Excellent communication (oral, written, and visualization) and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to learn both individually and as a team.
• Strong computer literacy and aptitude to become proficient in the use of Power BI, Qualtrics, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and other programs needed for specific projects.

• None required, but position will be expected to achieve Lean Green Belt certification.

• Ability to sit in an office/computer setting for extended periods of time.
• Ability to participate in workplace organization/5S events in all areas of the campus.
• Ability to lift 20–25 pounds occasionally during workplace organization/5S events.
• Ability to navigate campus and public grounds and buildings.

• While most of this work takes place in an office environment, the role may require working alongside workers from every area of the campus community, both indoors and outdoors.

• Standard office equipment.
• Computer.

Berea College is an Equal Opportunity Employer…