Continuous Improvement Coordinator

UFP Industries • Selma, AL

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About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and coordination of the site’s CI initiative. This role involves establishing and leading the plant's Continuous Improvement Team, coordinating Lean initiatives, and identifying areas for operational improvement. The coordinator will facilitate various improvement activities, develop and implement solutions to reduce waste and enhance performance, and document standardized processes. A key aspect of this role is to teach, coach, and mentor employees at all levels in Continuous Improvement and manufacturing principles, fostering a culture of employee involvement and waste elimination. The position also requires staying updated on CI best practices through attending seminars and training, and sharing this knowledge with plant staff. Regular reporting and other duties as assigned are also part of the responsibilities.

Requirements

• Minimum high school graduate
• Minimum one to three years of experience in a lean manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer and business-related software, including Microsoft applications excel, word, and Outlook
• Working knowledge of 5s, Kanban, standardized workflow, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and visual environment/factory

Responsibilities

• Establish and build the plant’s Continuous Improvement Team
• Coordinate the activities of the site Lean initiative while working with the Continuous Improvement Team on some or all of the stated duties
• Evaluate operations to identify areas of waste and opportunities for improvement
• Facilitate VSM and Kaizen activities
• Develop, prioritize, and implement solutions to reduce waste and improve performance
• Document and standardize improvements
• Teach, coach, and mentor all levels of employees in Continuous Improvement and manufacturing principles
• Train employees to identify and eliminate waste
• Develop programs to foster employee involvement to promote a Continuous Improvement culture
• Attend seminars, lectures, and training classes on Continuous Improvement and share gained knowledge with plant staff
• Prepares regular and special reports as required
• Performs other duties as required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED