Process Improvement Manager

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) • Pullman, WA

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About The Position

The Quality Management Systems team is seeking a Process Improvement Manager to serve as the primary Quality contact for the Research & Development Division. In this role, you will facilitate nonconformance investigations, lead the internal audit program in alignment with the ISO 9001 standard, and act as a subject matter expert for R&D-related processes. You will also collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive process improvements, develop and maintain documentation, create process maps, and deliver training on quality practices, nonconformance tools, and other quality‑related topics. If you are passionate about Quality and motivated to help SEL continuously improve its performance, we encourage you to apply today. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Lead, facilitate and manage division-wide problem solving and process improvement initiatives in support of strategic objectives and day to day operations. 2. Support division leaders in understanding problems, causes and solutions. 3. Define and communicate value propositions to champion data driven decisions. 4. Work with division executive to define, prioritize, and acquire resources and assistance. 5. Lead business initiatives to meet operational objectives. 6. Teach assigned teams how to use SELs Quality Tools to drive continuous improvement. 7. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles. 8. Understand. Create. Simplify. 9. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• B.S. in Engineering field or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years experience problem solving in a team environment using disciplined process improvement strategies
• Strong leadership, facilitation and communication skills
• Demonstrated success in leading process improvement projects
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed
• Project management and problem solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries in a team environment
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL
• Negative drug test result(s)

Nice To Haves

• ASQ Certified Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX or other ERP systems

Responsibilities

• Lead, facilitate and manage division-wide problem solving and process improvement initiatives in support of strategic objectives and day to day operations.
• Support division leaders in understanding problems, causes and solutions.
• Define and communicate value propositions to champion data driven decisions.
• Work with division executive to define, prioritize, and acquire resources and assistance.
• Lead business initiatives to meet operational objectives.
• Teach assigned teams how to use SELs Quality Tools to drive continuous improvement.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners.
• We’re 100% employee owned.
• Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager