Description:

Manages activities related to process improvement initiatives, plus development and implementation of Continuous Improvement strategies in a manufacturing setting. This role will define and drive process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives that will play an important role in helping to foster a culture of sustainable change through the creation and embedding of LEAN methodology.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Manages a team of 2 direct employees with focus on policy and strategy implementation
• Studies Business Unit processes and operations; develops efficiency improvements to include Value Stream Mapping
• Collaborates with operational leadership to identify and select processes or projects for inclusion in the organization's continuous improvement strategy initiatives
• Establishes key performance indicators for functions being reviewed; evaluates current state, and proposes future state goals and objectives, assists in implementation
• Develops and monitors implementation of process changes meant to result in: cost or waste reduction, quality or productivity improvement, customer satisfaction, or profitability increases
• Oversees process change implementation and tracks progress towards efficiency or quality goals
• Oversees the work of a team that evaluates existing processes and identifies opportunities for quality or efficiency improvement
• Tracks progress against established goals; project management
• Coach lean tools and root cause problem solving at various levels of the organization

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs)

• Process improvement experience with demonstrable successes in application of Lean/Six-Sigma
• LEAN certification and/or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• Strategic thinker, with clear vision to drive world class change management.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate, influence and gain commitment at all levels of the organization.
• Experienced at Value Stream Mapping
• Experience implementing Material Flow

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum 6 years prior relevant experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Prolonged sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
• Prolonged standing
• Ability to travel up to 20%

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Expertise Operations Location USA - OH - Cincinnati