Continuous Improvement Coordinator

UFP Industries•Grandview, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator is responsible for the implementation and coordination of the site’s CI initiative. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.

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