Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Bosch Group•West Memphis, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lean Continuous Improvement Coordinator supports and drives operational excellence initiatives throughout the Bosch Power Tools facility in West Memphis, Arkansas. Working with area leaders and associates, this hands-on production-floor role identifies, analyzes, and eliminates waste, reduces costs, and improves process efficiency using Lean Manufacturing principles and Bosch Production System (BPS) tools. The coordinator leads continuous improvement activities, encourages employee engagement, supports process audits and sustainment efforts, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement. The role also develops and maintains Workplace Process Instructions (WPIs) using Microsoft Office applications and supports performance measurement through operational metrics. This position leads and sustains 5S and Layered Process Confirmation (LPC) programs; coordinates and documents improvement projects using A3 problem-solving and other BPS tools; trains and coaches employees and operational teams; and reviews SmartLocker Vision reports to communicate RF device status, exceptions, and follow-up actions to operational leaders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel (Pivot Tables, Reports, and basic Macros), Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Distribution, Warehouse Operations, or Manufacturing environments.
Experience leading process improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including technical writing skills.
Knowledge of policies, programs, regulations, and procedures as they relate to ISO standards and procedures.
Indefinite U.S. work authorization; future sponsorship for work authorization is not available.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Industrial Technology, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Experience conducting audits, facilitating training, and implementing standardized work.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant Lean Manufacturing experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead and sustain 5S and Layered Process Confirmation (LPC) programs, including audits, corrective actions, follow-up, and performance reporting.
Identify, coordinate, and document continuous improvement projects using A3 problem-solving and other Bosch Production System (BPS) tools to reduce waste, cost, defects, and process inefficiencies.
Train and coach employees and operational teams on BPS principles, Lean tools, standard work, and continuous improvement practices.
Review SmartLocker Vision reports and communicate RF device status, exceptions, and required follow-up actions to operational leaders.
Develop and maintain Workplace Process Instructions (WPIs) using Microsoft Office applications.
Support performance measurement through key operational metrics.
Support process audits and sustainment efforts and promote a culture of continuous improvement.