Continuous Improvement Specialist I

East Penn Manufacturing - Deka Batteries • Lyons, PA

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About The Position

East Penn is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist who will be responsible to use, coach and train fundamental Lean problem-solving methods through advanced 6 sigma and other problem-solving concepts to help drive the reduction of waste and variation. Will serve as a change agent while working closely with plant and functional support leaders, as well as, key stakeholders to drive understanding and adoption of Continuous Improvement methods.

Requirements

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimally 2 to 7 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimally 1 to 5 years in Continuous Improvement role
• Led 10+ Problem Solving, Lean events and/or Lean 6 Sigma activities
• Lean 6 Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Requires full working knowledge of relevant business practices and procedures in professional field. Uses standard theories, principles and concepts and integrates them to propose a course of action.

Nice To Haves

• Minimally 4 to 9 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimally 3 to 6 years in Continuous Improvement role
• Led 15+ Problem Solving, Lean events and/or Lean 6 Sigma activities
• Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Lean Master Certification

Responsibilities

• Identify areas for process improvement and develop strategies to increase efficiency and quality.
• Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives within various departments using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify process-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Lead workshops and training sessions to promote best practices and instill a continuous improvement mindset in team members.
• Collect and analyze performance metrics to track improvement outcomes and report results to management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create process maps and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Develop and maintain a repository of improvement projects, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Work with leaders and managers to mitigate resistance and foster a positive attitude towards change

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Group health insurance that includes high quality medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage with a low employee premium
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match and a 3% employer contribution
• 9 paid company holidays, 2 paid personal holidays, and paid vacation days annually
• Employee assistance program
• Fitness Discounts
• Promotional opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree