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Continuous Improvement Engineer Document current processes and propose improved processes through Charters, VSMs, and problem solving tools. Standardize processes across various business units, developing Standard Operating Procedures, work standards, 5S activities, displaying manufacturing KPIs across all plants. Implement process management/process improvement initiatives following Lean Six Sigma principles Create new self-sustaining processes and tracking systems that include identifying and tracking the appropriate manufacturing KPIs, Kaizen activities and savings Assist in teaching Lean Six Sigma principles to line staff; train others in use of tools and methodologies as part of the improvement project execution Lead process changes, improvements, value stream mapping, 5S, financial savings calculation and validation Champion communication across the manufacturing plants and between Morgan and its parent company Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams to achieve Kaizen objectives Create Standardized Operating Procedures (Work Instructions and standards); increase workflow efficiency and productivity Mentor employees as they apply Lean methodology to problem solving and project execution Publish weekly progress reports Follow and comply with all Environmental Health & Safety policies Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering or related field. Lean / Six Sigma Green belt certification required. Black Belt certification, preferred. 5+ years working experience in manufacturing applying Lean manufacturing and problem solving tools 3+ years’ work experience in Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement activities and financial calculation of savings, budget forecasting, ROI calculation and ration analysis. 3+ year of experience in the implementation of the Factory of the Future displaying real time information to team members and management staff Trained in Lean Six Sigma Principles (Five S’s, Waste Reduction, Error/Mistake Proofing, PDCA, Root Cause Analysis, A3 Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, KAIZEN, Lead Time Reduction) Strong analytical skills and extensive experience in financial calculations of savings and return of the investment Experience in developing continuous improvement activities in material management and SIOP (Sales Inventory Operating Planning) improvement activities Experience in operational performance evaluation (Efficiency/Utilization) Experience in implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies Ability to travel up to 50%.
Ehrenberg, AZ, USA Req #3257
Friday, September 17, 2021
COMPANY BACKGROUND:
Morgan Truck Body is the largest manufacturer of medium duty freight and refrigerated van and truck bodies in North America. Founded in 1952, as a small welding shop in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, on the site where Conestoga wagons were manufactured through the late 1800s, we have experienced tremendous growth and continue to look for additional expansion opportunities around the world. With a total of fourteen manufacturing and six service facilities strategically located across the U.S. and Canada, Morgan is able to provide the quality, service, and prompt delivery our customers expect.
A subsidiary of J.B. Poindexter, a privately held diversified manufacturing company, Morgan Truck Body offers a vast variety of career opportunities, internally as well as within the J.B. Poindexter family of companies. We offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, disability plans, 401K, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and more. We pride ourselves in team member development, performance, recognition, and a culture of diversity and respect. Whether you are taking the next step of your career or just beginning, joining Morgan’s winning team means being part of a great home away from home. You will be challenged. You will be proud.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for understanding the current process state, identifying efficiency/improvement opportunities, then leading cross-functional team members to drive process improvements tied to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of the business utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles.
Focus areas include but are not limited to; interval or lead time reduction, reduction of human errors, process re-designs that result in the reduction of the number of steps and eliminate other forms of process waste. Automation opportunities will be identified, documented, and applied where necessary.
The Continuous Improvement Engineer will also teach and apply Lean Six Sigma principles to achieve self-sustaining processes.
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EXPERTISE REQUIRED:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This job operates in a manufacturing plant environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms and lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds.
Other details
- Job Family Morgan Truck Body
- Job Function Continuous Improvement
- Pay Type Salary
- Travel Required Yes
- Required Education Bachelor’s Degree
