Continuous Improvement Coordinator
Blytheville, AR, US, 72315
NIBCO is a recognized leader in the flow control industry. Headquartered in Northern Indiana, with a manufacturing history that spans over a century, NIBCO operates manufacturing facilities across the United States, as well as Mexico and Poland. NIBCO is known by our customers for exceptional quality, commitment to on-time delivery, and outstanding product innovation. Setting us apart from our competitors is our people.
If you're looking for a place where your hard work and great ideas make a difference--NIBCO is the place for you.
POSITION INFO:
This position is responsible for managing all lean transformation activities at the site, champion change and be a resource for lean improvement techniques.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate Kaizen Events.
- Monitor 30 day follow ups.
- Work with supervisors to sustain event results.
- Train team leaders and associates on various lean tools and techniques.
- Be a resource of lean and 6 Sigma information.
- Develop Standard Operation Sheets and all applicable forms or flow charts created during kaizen events.
- Maintain and update the SQDC (safety, quality, delivery, cost) metrics.
- Ensure that changes conform to ISO and safety standards.
- Maintain record of event participation by associates.
- Interface with Continuous Improvement office to establish consistent approach for enterprise direction and database.
- Lead efforts to perform Machine time studies and set production standards by SKU and operation.
- Coordinate updating of cost standards and routings related to updated time study information.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior Continuous Improvement Experience; Prior Manufacturing Experience; Lean Concepts, SAP Knowledge
EDUCATION:
Bachelor’s Degree required.
TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Candidates must have project management, change management, quality process awareness, verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, strong customer orientation, time management and commitment to company values.
NIBCO is committed to equal opportunity employment. It is the policy of NIBCO to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Nearest Major Market: Jonesboro
Nearest Secondary Market: Memphis