Continuous Improvement Lean Advisor - Corporate

Continuous Improvement Advisor

The Continuous Improvement Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization's profitability and efficiency.

Job Duties

Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes

Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency

Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods

Implement continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.)

Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in the implementation of Lean methods and principles throughout the nine facilities

Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility as a baseline and develop a plan of improvement with CI staff

Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting their development to become independent trainers

Develop and implement Model Lines under the direction of the CI Director and General Managers

Use existing CI Lean training classes to support existing methods throughout the facilities

Work independently to meet scheduled goals

Remote position depending on location to MPS location

Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager

Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals

Problems faced are difficult and often complex

50% average travel required

Experience and Education

A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or equivalent experience

Lean Subject Matter Expert

Manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position

Understanding and use of Lean methodologies and principles

Development of Kaizen schedule with full planning, facilitation, and follow-up experience

Implementation of Lean programs with buy-in at every level of the organization

ISO9001 certification and/or auditing experience

12 years manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position (preferred)

Certified Lean training (preferred)

Automotive or Medical industry experience (preferred)

Safely work within an industrial facility both in the aisles and in the assembly, machining, and foundry areas, lifting 50 lbs.

Competencies/ Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills

English competency

Spanish optional