As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will play a crucial role in enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement process improvements, and drive operational excellence. Your understanding of Lean principles, excellent communication skills, and coaching abilities will be essential in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze existing processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste.
- Propose and implement improvements using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
- Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain teams to optimize performance.
- Teach and coach cross-functional teams on Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.
- Clearly define program objectives, scope, and success criteria.
- Develop and articulate implementation plans, considering constraints and limiting factors.
- Secure employee commitment (including process managers) for proactive change.
- Resolve technical challenges related to formulation, equipment, and resources.
- Develop and measure standard metrics to track progress.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of implemented changes.
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, data analysis tools).
- Passion for teaching, coaching, and driving continuous improvement.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
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