Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer

Milwaukee Tool•Olive Branch, MS

63d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer Location: Olive Branch, MS Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. ; Sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.” INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success -- so we give you unlimited access to everything you need to provide…. Behind our doors you'll be empowered every day to own it, drive it, and do what it takes to support the biggest breakthroughs in the industry. Meanwhile, you'll have the support and resources of the fastest-growing brand in the construction industry to make it happen. Your Role on Our Team: Milwaukee Tool is continuing to grow, and we are seeking a Project Engineer to unlock the next level of productivity within our Distribution Network. This position is a fundamental part of our cross-functional team located in a fast-paced environment of the Distribution network in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The ideal candidate will have a lean mindset, with proven Project Management experience in various distribution processes including conveyance, material handling, packaging, equipment, or automation. We are looking for outstanding communicators that thrive in an environment where they can help solve problems, coach others, and deliver business-changing results. Strong project management skills, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication, are requirements. You’ll be DISRUPTIVE through these duties and responsibilities:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent years of directly related experience in Lean/Continuous Improvement roles
2+ years of experience with proven operations process improvements (distribution experience preferred)
Previous kaizen participation experiences where problem solving, process development and/or behavior change methods and tools have been used
Strong project management skills
Advanced Data analysis skills in MS Excel, Pareto, Control charts, PowerPivot, and/or VBA
Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills
Periodic travel may be required up to 15%
Capability to quickly establish credibility, influence project teams and persuade professionals at all levels.
Partners with key stakeholders and effectively communicates up, down, and across the organization
Leads with clear direction of priorities in a climate of change
Maintains a strategic cross functional mindset and understands how business decisions will impact entire organization

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
WMS, ERP, Distribution, and Inventory Management experience

Responsibilities

Effectively collaborates w/ cross functional teams to drive value through problem solving and creative thinking to accomplish short-term and long-term goals
Ability to lead project implementation with Perform analysis of current state & provide multiple what-if scenarios for improved efficiencies. Understand and present financial impacts of these scenarios. Brainstorm and Implement robust improvements that will scale as we grow
Provide coaching and training on various process improvement techniques to build internal capabilities
Lead cross-functional projects of small to medium complexity – process improvements and/or capital expenditure projects
Ensure cross functional alignment on scope, budget, schedule, and resources.
Develop and execute charters, action plans and project timelines with plans in place for long term sustainment of results
Lead team meetings as needed to drive results.
Establish appropriate metrics and report on project progress, risks, and results. This includes executive-level reporting, management updates, and best practice sharing throughout the organization.
Ensure process changes are fully integrated through documentation, communication, perseverance, and consistency.
Drive accountability for team to successfully complete tasks.
Acts as CEO of project - Takes accountability and possesses a sense of urgency for entire project outcome.