Continuous Improvement Specialist

The Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsibility for the development and deployment of the tools, methods and processes that make-up the Parker Lean system (PLS). Ability to lead and facilitate lean kaizen events to drive business performance improvement. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Essential Functions Coordinates and allocates the daily continuous improvement activities to meet company objectives Application of Lean Methodologies to improve production and manufacturing processes Utilizes the team’s knowledge to drive improvements and best practices Recommends solutions to complex problems and implements corrective actions Manages training and skills enhancement for all employees with respect to continuous improvement tools and techniques Education and Experience Education requirement: Required, bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial engineering, or technical degree. Year of experience: 3-5 years or more of relevant experience Certification preferred: Kaizen and/or Lean methodologies Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures Knowledge of ERP Systems (i.e., SAP) Knowledge of AutoCAD Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task Knowledge of generally accepted accounting practices, procedures and standards policy and procedure development techniques Knowledge of laws and regulations applicable to federal and state tax codesKnowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment. We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package. Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes: Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Competitive Compensation Pay Range: $83,250 to 138,550 Participation in Annual Incentive Program Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including: Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay Career development and tuition reimbursement Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you. Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates. Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays. Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Aff... (complete text) ... employment. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regarding race, ethnicity... ... U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”) #J-18808-Ljbffr