Specialist, Continuous Improvement - VA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Continuous Improvement Program- drive the implementation of a new CI structure and processes across all three facilities requiring a leader to drive for the desired results, in addition, a coordinated effort between the facilities will yield cost containment, quality improvements and OEE improvements throughout.
• Design and Implement process controls at each facility- each facility requires more defined process control programs, with support of the President, it will be necessary to work with each Plant Manager to improve set ups, change overs, etc.
• Development of training programs for operators and crew leads- the vision is to have a more uniform training program for all line operators and crew leads as well as supervisors. These training tools would be like the Safety modules.
• CAPEX Projects- takes a leadership role in the implementation of major projects at each facility, including the following:
  • New line strategy and implementation
  • Manufacturing Upgrades
  • Manufacturing Automation
  • All future major capex investments
  • Lead Energy Projects

• Computers
• Telephone
• Microsoft Office Programs
• ERP Systems

• BS degree in Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 6 to 7 years of project management experience required.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with the ability to create Excel spreadsheets required.
• Ability to develop performance standards/measurement tools and promote a team environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• High level of professionalism required to interact courteously with others in a team environment.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt preferred.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.

Must prove that employee can meet the essential duties of the job within 90 days by completing employee training checklist F-HR-.