Sr. Continuous Improvement Specialist

Location: Indianapolis

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Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Summary:

The CI Lead will be supporting 10 Resin Regeneration plants across the US. This role is highly skilled with a mix of leading and motivating people of all levels of the organization, ability to understand plant processes and identify waste, and partner with the business to transform opportunity into lasting, sustainable change in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a deep understanding of continuous improvement methodologies to apply to a non-standard manufacturing environment and ability to translate improvement efforts into financial impact.

The CI Lead collaborates with cross functional teams to drive sustainable changes that align with the company’s strategic goals, ensuring a culture of excellence and ongoing development.  Responsibilities:
Project Management:  
• Plan, organize, and manage improvement projects from start to finish  
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables  
• Develop project timelines and monitor progress  
• Identify and manage project risks and issues  
• Communicate project updates and results to stakeholders    Change Management:  
• Identify and assess potential areas of resistance to change  
• Develop and implement change management strategies  
• Provide support to employees during the change process  
• Monitor and report on the adoption and effectiveness of change initiatives    Data Analysis:  
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement  
• Utilize statistical tools and methods to analyze data  
• Develop data visualizations and presentations to communicate findings  
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)    Training and Development:  
• Design and deliver training programs on continuous improvement methodologies  
• Develop training materials and resources  
• Provide coaching and support to team members on continuous improvement techniques  
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and make improvements as needed    Stakeholder Management:  
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels  
• Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities  
• Obtain buy in and support from stakeholders for improvement initiatives  
• Address and resolve any conflicts or concerns from stakeholders.
High Impact Behaviors:  
• Continuous Professional Development:
Professionals should be committed to lifelong learning, seeking out opportunities for self-improvement, and staying abreast of industry trends and best practices.  
• Collaboration and Teamwork:
Effective professionals understand the value of collaboration. They work well with others, contribute to team goals, and understand that diverse perspectives can lead to better solutions.  
• Results Driven Performance:
High performing professionals focus on delivering results. They set high standards for their own performance and are committed to achieving objectives efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field with at least 4 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts.  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess processes and identify areas for improvement.  
• Prior experience in process improvement, project management, or a related field. Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.  
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such…