Title:  Manager, Continuous Improvement (CAN)

Job Family

MFG

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Function

MFG

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

.Daily Management Rhythm (DMR) Compliance through reviewing the process, training plant leadership on DMR
elements and lean tools.
· Deployment of all network lean initiatives and track effectiveness through key performance indicators (KPI’s)
· Create and drive strategic business solutions in an effort to continuously improve in SQDCP metrics
· Driving actions and effectiveness through guiding operations leaders through corrective actions
· Apply problem-solving tools to SQDCP performance metrics
· Drive and own Kaizen activity in the plant
· Drive quality basics in the plant through CTQ compliance, defect analysis, and resolution to drive customer
satisfaction
· Manages and maintains Supplier Quality relations, reviews/manages/escalates Supplier RCA/Corrective Actions,
introduces new products at site
· Support Plant Specific/Corporate Function Requests by conducting new product introduction pilots
· Create/Update Standard Work as needed and train supervisors and leads on updates
· Manage and lead quality technicians in the plants through providing coaching to quality techs on teardown process,
CTQs, CI processes, and pilots.
· Conduct plant audits to drive process standardization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement

Functional/Technical Competencies

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills
· MS Office Suite-proficient
· Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
· Knowledge of production-based quality tools such as charting, control plans, capability studies, SPC, Error Proofing
Process Improvement, etc.
· Project Management skills
· Problem identification and resolution skills
· Ability to plan, prioritize and organize work without close supervision; ability to effectively handle multiple projects
with track record of successful project completion
· Readily adapt to changing circumstances
· Ability to build effective teams by fostering open dialogue and creating collaboration amongst the team members
· Understands the importance of spending time on the floor with associates, engaging in the process and identifying
root cause and countermeasures
· Ability to engage and coach associates on the factory floor while developing and enhancing their continuous
improvement mindset
· Work cooperatively with others to support goals and achieve outcomes
· Be able to function independently of direct supervision
· Champion new ideas through continuous improvement tools
· Knowledge of various quality system methodologies 8-D, Lean, 5 Why’s, Pareto Analysis, Six Sigma, DFMEA,
PFEMA, PPAP, Fishbone, etc

Experience/Education

• · Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field/experience

  · 3-5 years relevant experience in Manufacturing, Quality, or Operations

  · Strong analytical skills and problem-solving techniques

  · Facilitation of Kaizen events

  · Expert knowledge in lean methodologies and tools

  · Able to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred:

· Certified Six Sigma Black or Green Belt

Job Factors/Work Environments

· This position is in a manufacturing plant environment

· 10-25% travel

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Competencies