Continuous Improvement ManagerMetromont

POSITION PURPOSE




The Continuous Improvement Manager works closely as a servient role with the Continuous Improvement Engineers at each plant to support, develop and implement lean initiatives and projects. They are also tasked with continually evaluating automation opportunities for both a use case and a business case. The CI Manager leads Value Stream Mapping updates and assists in planning prioritized actions to drive measurable improvement. They collaborate with leaders within the organization to promote and implement Metromont’s vision for continuous improvement at a company level, sharing wins, activities in process, and future planned activities. They interact at all levels within the organization to drive clarity on opportunities in safety, quality, schedule, and cost.









RESPONSIBILITIES





Lead VSM events to establish/update current state and identify future state targets.
Actively lead or support process improvement teams based on VSM identified opportunities or Just Do It projects.
Use lean techniques to perform process reviews and establish standardized work procedures.
Mentor Metromont associates in lean principles and methodologies.
Provide information and technical support to plant management as needed.
Act as liaison where needed between Engineered Solution projects and Plant.
Advocates changes in culture needed to drive continuous improvement; sometimes called upon to be a contrarian voice.
Identifies opportunities for improvement and presents those opportunities to department heads for consideration and action.
Works closely with Operations Management to determine global plant continuous improvement plans and support local sub projects that contribute to the global plan.
Leads and supports continuous improvement projects for organizational units/transactional processes outside manufacturing/operations.
Coordinates Metromont wide awareness of activities to drive standards.
Publishes metrics around sustained improvements in safety, quality, schedule, and cost.
Continually consider/evaluate automation opportunities to improve quality, reduce labor, improve profitability.
Owns long-term roadmap/vision of automation opportunities/developments.
Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.










SCOPE OF AUTHORITY





Reports to Senior VP of Operational Services
Typically works unsupervised
Interacts closely with all departments to develop continuous improvement plans













CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)





Attention to detail and accuracy
Bias to action and lead by example
Ability to be flexible in applying Lean Tools and processes to achieve goals
Ability to see and drive towards long term improvement goals
Demonstrate strong personal organization practices
Demonstrates proficiency in project management driving efficiency and waste elimination Kaizen with measurements
Deadline-oriented and able to coordinate multiple projects
Able to lead cross-functional teams
Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
Analytical thinker with above average problem-solving skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
Constant researcher of automation opportunities
Comfortable selling concepts needing development to implement
Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors










EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY





Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
7 years’ experience in a continuous improvement role within a manufacturing organization with demonstrated increasing responsibility
Experience in TPS (Toyota Production System) principles of Lean Manufacturing
Experience in Toyota Kata is a plus
Experience in teaching and coaching fundamental lean methodologies
Lean/Six Sigma Black Certification a plus
Experience in implementing and supporting robotics and other automation










WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE





Splits time between plant (approximately 75%) and office (approximately 25%)
Some travel is required with overnight stays – up to 50% travel to other locations
Monday – Friday










PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)





Safety glasses




High-visibility vest






Hard hat




Steel-toed shoes






Hearing protection








PPE only required with working in the plant









PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS




This position spends the majority of their time in the plant which requires standing, walking and climbing stairs. Office work requires long periods of sitting.









Disclaimer:




This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties as assigned may be required. All associates are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with Metromont’s core values and to actively participate in all company safety, training, and observation programs.