Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Celestica International LP•Richardson, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Facilitate or co-facilitate the development of CI (Lean and Six Sigma) vision for a customer or department, and the strategy deployment plans to deliver that strategy. Co-facilitate continuous improvement activities in support of the plan. Build knowledge of specific Lean and Six Sigma systems, methods and tools. Able to work under minimal supervision, now in the form of co-facilitation and post-activity reflection.

Requirements

Proficient in CI
Proven competency to deliver introductory training, co-facilitate kaizen events and more advanced training and drive business results through application of CI methods
Hands-on experience in leading kaizens on at least 3 different tools (such as fast change-over, cell design, etc)
Project & Change management awareness
Knowledge of personal computers and Windows applications
Knowledge of production operations and operator responsibilities
Ability to manage several projects simultaneously and coordinate multiple, changing deadlines
Time management
Collaboration
Communication
Planning
Problem solving
Results oriented
Teamwork
Initiative
Flexibility
3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Should have a proven background in CI and chosen function of team
Experience in Lean, either in manufacturing or office environments
Bachelor Degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Ensure the execution of the continuous improvement (CI) goals and strategies for the operation and support functions in the organization
Ensure all activities for CI and performance enhancement are fulfilled in the customer or department
Work closely with area owner to develop CI activities
Participate in the management gemba (“go and see”) activities
Participate in the site/function CI Committee
Support the adoption and measurement of the Systematic CI Framework Standards
Lead or co-facilitate the process improvement based CI workshops
Drive new ideas and improvement solutions with all area owners and deploy good practices to other customers/departments
Work closely with all area owners to create a culture of continuous improvement
Adhere to Reward and Recognition programs to motivate all employees
Support improvement opportunities external to the site/function (as required). This may involve supporting the delivery of training and/or kaizen co-facilitation at external organizations outside Celestica + other sites in the Celestica network that need help + global support functions within Celestica
Provide training for CI for Employees and CI for Leadership certifications
Work to achieve Lean Green Belt and Six Sigma Green Belt certifications