Continuous Improvement Specialist

Operations Lincoln, Nebraska


Description

Position at Lincoln Industries

 

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Specialist

SUMMARY: Support the identification, execution, and implementation of continuous improvement activities throughout the organization.  Develop sustainable improvements through engagement of a team-based improvement approach and proper use of continuous improvement tools.

 

WAGE TYPE:  Hourly

FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

  • Facilitate internal problem-solving program with members and corresponding documentation process
  • Provide assistance to production personnel in implementing improvement ideas and other resources they may need
  • Support improvement events directed toward productivity improvements and waste reduction
  • Ensures follow-up on improvement events are completed and realized gains are maintained. This includes scheduling and facilitating on-going status reviews with all vested parties.
  • Participate in the identification, development and implementation of process improvements and best practices focused on improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery and Productivity (Labor and Material).
  • Coach people in lean methodology and continuous improvement mindset utilizing daily interactions and improvement events.
  • Support daily needs of business identified through Managing Daily Improvement (MDI) process
  • Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals.
  • Environmental responsibility is our commitment to our communities.
  • Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected.
  • Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.

 

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:

  • Reports to: Manager, Continuous Improvement

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.

 

Education and/or Experience:

Expected: High School Diploma and 2-4 years applicable manufacturing experience.

Preferred: Associates Degree and knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement.

 

Communication Skills:

  • Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
  • Ability to foster relationships with internal customers to support desired outcomes.

 

Other Skills:

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Must have strong technical capabilities.
  • Must have excellent technical writing skills.
  • Candidates must be able to work both independently and in a team oriented environment.
  • Must be a self-starter and able to ask questions to complete assignments on-time and with attention to detail.
  • Candidates must be able to work a minimum of 40 hours per week with a flexible schedule.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Job Category C – Low Labor Intensive Category

Must be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category C.

 

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constant

0-25%  of work activity

26 -50% of work activity

    51 -75% of work activity

   76 - 100% of work activity

Regular Exposure To Uncomfortable Conditions

 

 

X

 

Personal Protective Equipment Required

 

 

 

X

Frequent Indoor Work

 

 

X

 

Outdoor Work

X

 

 

 

Machine Interfacing

 

 

X

 

Computer Interfacing

 

 

 X 

 

Hot Weather

 

X

 

 

Cold Weather

 

X

 

 

High Humidity Indexes

 

X

 

 

Electrical Hazards

X

 

 

 

Dirty

 

 

X

 

Dusty

 

 

X

 

Steam

X

 

 

 

Fumes-Vapor

X

 

 

 

Noisy

 

 

 

X

Chemical Exposure

 

X

 

 

Toxic Chemicals

 

X

 

 

Fire Hazards

 

X

 

 

Potential Confined Work Space

X

 

 

 

Awkward or Minimized Work Space

X

 

 

 

Walking

 

 

 

X

Stooping

 

X

 

 

Bending

 

 

X

 

Sitting

 

 X

 

 

Typing

X

 

 

 

Balancing

 

 

 

X

Reaching

 

 

X

 

Continuous Standing

 

 

X

 

Climbing  (catwalk, steps, ladders, etc.)

 

X

 

 

Carrying  < 50lbs

 

X

 

 

Lifting  < 50lbs.

 

X

 

 

Twisting

 

X

 

 

Turning

 

X

 

 

Pinching

 

 

X

 

Gripping

 

 

X

 

Vibration (including but not limited to)

X

 

 

 

·Hand Tools

 

 

 

 

·Polishing Lathes

 

 

 

 

·Equipment Usage

 

 

 

 

·Pipe Bending or Cutting Equipment

 

 

 

 

Squatting

 

X

 

 

Pushing   < 50lbs.

 

X

 

 

Pulling  < 50

 

X

 

 

Static Work

 

X

 

 

Pulling 

 

X

 

 

Working at Waist-Shoulder Level

 

 

X

 

Working Above Shoulder Level

 

X

 

 

Working In High Far (Reach) Position

 

X

 

 

Working Below Shoulder Level

 

X

 

 

 

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

Training requirements as defined in the Learning Management System based on the role.

 

 

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