Continuous Improvement Specialist I
About The Position
As a member of the CI team, the “Digitalization & Continuous Improvement Specialist” will be responsible for applying a combination of Continuous Improvement methods (Lean, Kaizen, structured problem solving) with digital tools to provide innovative solutions which reduce manual processes, enable real‑time data tracking and support the achievement of key performance indicators such as Safety, FTT, IPPM, OEE, JPH, and OIP. This role will also digitalize, standardize, and sustain Continuous Improvement processes, and performance metrics to improve visibility, and execution across the plant to support data-driven decision-making and accountability.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, related field or equivalent experience
- Experience with deployment of Continuous Improvement or Operational Excellence concepts
- Minimum 3 years in manufacturing or plant operations environment/industry
- Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy of data and able to clearly explain to all organizational levels
- Ability to work and communicate effectively with all teams in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications: Excel, Teams, PowerPoint, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Power BI, Palantir Foundry, SQL, SAP, Ignition or any Artificial Intelligence applications
- Experience with implementing Industry 4.0 solutions, such as digitalizing manual workflows
- Exposure to Lean Six Sigma analytic methodologies and tools
Responsibilities
- Facilitate and support plant‑wide CI initiatives, and kaizens improvement events to achieve plant OIP goal
- Create benchmark digital solutions such as Foundry pipelines, Ignition dashboards, and kaizen trackers
- Champion the plant’s Continuous Improvement Suggestion System and action plan follow-ups
- Identify opportunities for conversion of manual plant processes into streamlined digital workflows
- Develop materials for and train/support end‑users in the use of CI and digital tools
- Build internal capabilities and expertise in foundational CI Tools, including: Value Stream Mapping, 5S, 7 Wastes, Lean Factory Simulation, Poka Yoke, Andon System, TPM, Skill Matrix, and Daily Team Meetings
- Prepare to be the plant’s subject matter expert on artificial intelligence applications and cascade knowledge
- Prepare performance metrics and reports (safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity) for plant leadership
- Track improvement action savings, and status while maintaining project documentation and audit readiness
- Work with plant operations and IT teams to ensure rapid deployment of digital tools in startup environment
- Participate in definition and maintenance of initial Visual Management standards for plant during launch
- Join Plant Operations Tour and GEMBA walks while supporting updates to Visual/Smart Factory standards
- Collaborate with EHS department on completion of Humantech Ergonomics assessments and improvements
- Foster internal talent development programs through coaching of High-Performance Work Teams
- Assist industrial engineering department with line re-balancing projects and standard work updates
- Support routine operations meetings, including Fast Response, Critical 8D, Orientations, and Town Halls
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
