Continuous Improvement Specialist

Overview Stanley Black & Decker is seeking a highly motivated, creative manufacturing problem solver. Continuous improvement is ingrained in the culture at SB&D and this role will help accelerate the transformation of facility value streams to deliver best‑in‑class tools to customers at a best‑in‑class fill rate. Responsibilities Manage facility‑wide Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) Programs to optimize business for customer service. Prepare for and facilitate events and projects. Train operators and engage them in Lean concepts. Promote and spread a Lean culture across all levels of the organization daily. Develop and maintain best practices with a strong focus on standard work, visual management, and TIER board reporting. Identify, rationalize, plan, and document cost reduction projects (including inventory, direct/indirect labor, cost per tool, etc.). Lead, track, and update productivity projects using the standard reporting system (Protrak). Collect, analyze, summarize, and present process data (OEE) to the management team. Optimize facility layout using Lean cell design and line balancing techniques. Verify and review Routings and BOMs in an ERP system. Plan, justify, and implement capital budget projects that contribute to plant goals and objectives. Troubleshoot shop floor issues using Lean problem‑solving techniques and implement sustainable corrective actions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in an engineering‑related discipline is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience. Demonstrated track record of implementing lean manufacturing tools and techniques that deliver significant business results. Strong, direct project management experience in a manufacturing operations setting. Background in manufacturing and assembly operations highly preferred. Exposure to Industry4.0 concepts and technologies is preferred. Proficiency with MS Office and 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD). Strong analytical skills with a data‑driven focus. Experience with SAP or a similar ERP system is preferred. Self‑motivated, with the ability to work with minimal supervision. Strong communication skills; able to interact with all levels of the organization. Strong leadership skills; able to drive projects involving multiple departments and personalities. Benefits Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs. EEO Statement All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodation If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io or at View email address on click.appcast.io. Due to volume, we cannot respond to unrelated inquiries about the status of a completed application or resetting an account password. #J-18808-Ljbffr