Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

The Continuous Improvement Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization’s profitability and efficiency.

• Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes
• Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency
• Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.)
• Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in the implementation of Lean methods and principles throughout the nine facilities.
• Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility as a baseline and develop a plan of improvement with CI staff.
• Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting their development to become independent trainers.
• Develop and implement Model Lines under the direction of the CI Director and General Managers.
• Use existing CI Lean training classes to support existing methods throughout the facilities.
• Work independently to meet scheduled goals.
• Remote position depending on location to MPS location.
• Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.
• Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.
• Problems faced are difficult and often complex.
• 50% average travel required.