Continuous Improvement Leader

Dover Precision Components is hiring a Continuous Improvement Leader for our Waukesha Bearings brand. Waukesha Bearings is a leading designer and manufacturer of hydrodynamic fluid film bearings, active magnetic bearing systems and seals for high-performing turbomachinery and rotating equipment in oil & gas, power generation, marine, military, and industrial markets. Our forward-thinking team is committed to leading the markets we serve through superior technology and operational excellence. This role is based at our manufacturing facility in Antigo. Wisconsin . Due to our government client, US Citizenship is required.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for deploying a Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy which will have a significant impact on Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Safety (QCDS). In this role, you will provide training, expertise and direction for improvement activities to support the enterprise goals and objectives across the assigned territory. The CI Leader will work closely with the Global Operations Leadership Team, as well as cross-functionally, to identify, recommend, develop, implement and/or support cost-effective operational/business solutions for all aspects of the manufacturing facility. Specific duties include:

Strategy Deployment

• Lead the execution and communication of the site CI strategies and roadmap, focusing on transformation, end-to-end processes, and systems enhancements to improve Gross Margin via the deployment of the strategic productivity initiatives (ex: flow of materials, lead time reduction).
• Act as the primary Lean champion for the site, promoting a culture of continuous improvement across all levels.
• Support the implementation of the Dover Operational Excellence Program.
• Facilitate workshops and target improvement events to help teams quickly achieve strategic objectives.
• Ensure improvements identified and rolled into the plant to capture savings. Track pillar team key performance indicators to ensure improvements are sustained and countermeasures are developed if needed.

Influential Leadership

• Provide CI training, coaching, and support to frontline leaders to build internal capability.
• Teach problem solving skills, using problem-solving tools.
• Implement CI best practices.
• Lead GEMBA walks and coach/mentor/train the plant/functional team to deploy a consistent Daily Lean Management System (DLMS) and drive CI culture across the plant/functional areas. 
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on flow lean and problem-solving tools.

Reporting and Data Analysis

• Support data-driven decision making by maintaining KPI dashboards and visual management systems.
• Monitor and analyze operational performance metrics to identify areas of improvement.
• Communicate monthly productivity and CI results to plant/functional management and Global Operations Leadership Team. 
• Establish standardized work and audit schedules for sustainment.
• Drive the improvement of the QCDS metrics. 

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial and/or Quality Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration or related field preferred. In lieu of degree, specific related work experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Lean Transformation driving continuous improvement in a high-performing organization, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience working with functional leaders to establish and execute CI roadmap to deliver baseline results.
• Ability to influence, coach, and engage cross functionally and at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to implement sustainable solutions.
• Commitment to safety and fostering a collaborative, high-performance environment.
• Technology skills in MS Word, MS Excel, with ERP system experience, such as Syteline, preferred.
• Our Antigo facility is under ITAR/UNNPI regulations, must be a US Citizen.

ALSO GREAT IF YOU BRING/ PREFERENCES

• Industry experience in bearings or manufactured components preferred.
• Experience leading / executing Operational Excellence processes and tools and organizational learning and development programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated program management skills with ability to deliver results across manufacturing operations.
• High level of self-motivation with proactive approaches to problem solving and strong decision-making capabilities.
• Experience in Power BI (Value Stream Mapping) is preferred.

DOVER PRECISION COMPONENTS

Dover Precision Components (DPC) is part of Dover Corporation’s (Parent Company) Pumps and Process solutions segment. DPC holds market leading positions globally and delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, industrial, chemical and general processing markets. We design and manufacture mission-critical equipment components to deliver more affordable, cleaner energy solutions and enable manufacturers to operate more efficiently.

WE DELIVER CUSTOMER SUCCESS​

Dover Precision Components delivers products and services that enhance performance, improve safety, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate clean energy adoption, through collaborative Customer relationships, expert engineering, and an innovative culture. Our strong Company portfolio is comprised of long products and services offered by Cook Compression, Cook Mechanical Field Services, Waukesha Bearings, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings, Inpro/Seal, Bearings Plus, and FW Murphy Production Controls. Our global footprint reaches more than twelve locations in the Americas and more than six locations in Europe and China.

BUILDING POTENTIAL. SUSTAINING PERFORMANCE. BOOSTING FUTURES.

We are diligent in recognizing our employees’ needs and providing an enriching experience through professional developmental opportunities. Our authentic, collaborative company culture, combined with a competitive suite of health and welfare offerings, emulates who we are.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits: Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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