Supervisor, Continuous Improvement

MasterBrand Cabinets•Arthur, IL

37d

About The Position

Utilize lean manufacturing principles to support operational objectives: safety, quality, cost and lead time. This includes coaching and directing the manufacturing plants toward the successful implementation of the MasterBrand Production System (MPS) and lean manufacturing practices. 30% of the position will be focused on environmental and safety compliance and improvement.

Requirements

Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, problem solving, project management and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively at both the strategic and tactical levels.
Ability to develop and deliver training to large groups.
Experience with change management principles and demonstrated ability to drive and manage the change process.
Familiar with diverse manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated ability to use information technology (internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Lotus Notes…)
Ability to setup, track and document results as required.
Project management knowledge and experience.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or other comparable engineering degree or related/equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

minimum of 5 years experience in various lean manufacturing/operations roles including supervision/management.

Responsibilities

Together with the Continuous Improvement Manager, develop MPS strategies.
Implement continuous improvement / lean manufacturing activities to support site strategies.
Coach, train and consult plant leadership/personnel on all aspects of MPS,
Lead continuous improvement workshops as needed.
Evaluate new product and / or processes for appropriate "lean" application.
Coordinate with other lean engineers, managers and supervisors to ensure sharing of best practices.
Coordinate with other lean engineers, managers and supervisors to ensure standardization on training tools, methods and materials.
Arrange for proper disposal or recycling as required by applicable regulations to minimize long term liability to the company.
Conduct all training, inspections, recordkeeping and reporting required for managing wastes generated.
Review activities conducted at the facility which could have an impact on storm water run-off.
Collect data and prepare reports as needed under the EPCRA requirements for hazardous materials stored or released in the course of conducting business activities at the site. Implement training, recordkeeping and documentation as required to comply with DOT requirements for the preparation and shipment of hazardous materials.
Support and implement MasterBrand environmental programs as needed.
Identify and drive projects which reduce the environmental impacts of the facility's operations.