Specialist, Lean

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what’spossible? Job Summary This position is a key contributor to the DC and has direct responsibility for facilitating continuous improvement activities at the DC level in support of the value stream. Reporting to the Value Stream Manager, this individual plays an essential role in initiating, facilitating, implementing, and leading positive change within the organization. This individual will analyze business processes using various lean tools such as gap analysis, fishbone diagrams, and value stream maps to determine root causes. The essential goal is to facilitate progress, reduce costs, both in terms of sales and workflow inefficiencies. Excellent project management skills coupled with a positive leadership style will enable the individual to gain success as they lead cross functional teams in the quest to eliminate waste within all areas of operation. Key Responsibilities Provides direction to ensure that lean culture continues to grow. Leads cross-functional project teams to solve reoccurring problems. Identifies and eliminates waste in all DC operations. Facilitates continuous improvement projects by defining and communicating scope, objectives, and direction to team members and management to ensure that the correct technologies fit, and appropriate strategies are implemented. Fosters a “bottom up” approach to continuous improvement (floor level up – gets “buy-in”). Standardizes and documents key plan operation processes. Responsible for implementing all OPS Training Initiatives. (Fishbone diagrams, value stream mapping). Required Education & Experience Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree Licenses/Certificates: Green Belt Certification or progressing towards Green Belt Certification Years of Experience: 2-4 years Preferred Education & Experience Licenses/Certificates: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Years of Experience: 5-7 Years Spans of Control Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No Travel Travel: None Physical Requirements Standing: 40% Walking: 30% Working Conditions Office Plant/Warehouse Floor Equipment Computer/Keyboard Safety Glasses Safety Shoes Action Oriented Plans and Aligns Balances Stakeholders Customer Focus Nimble Learning Skills Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) Statistical Process Controls Product Quality (QA/QC) Fabrication Tooling New Product Development Benefits We Offer: 401k with Matching Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays Long & Short-Term Disability Supplemental Insurance Plans Employee Assistance Program Employee Referral Program Tuition Reimbursement Programs Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities & More Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nearest Major Market: Fort Worth Nearest Secondary Market: Dallas #J-18808-Ljbffr Southwire Company