Continuous Improvement Specialist

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING:

• A Fortune 500 manufacturing company with over 200 locations across the US
• Over 25,000 employees nationwide
• An industry leader focused on recyclable raw material sources with the largest production in the US
• A rich history of operating in Charlotte, North Carolina for over 50 years

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU:

• Competitive compensation package and benefit plan
• Annual profit sharing and bonus programs
• Unique company culture that has remained team and family oriented throughout years of company growth
• Career growth opportunity where you can determine your path within the organization
• A company that is well positioned to withstand fluctuating market conditions

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT:

• Assist in the development and implementation of the divisions CI Program throughout the network.
• Facilitate process improvement initiatives and guide project team leaders on Kaizen facilitation, waste identification, and root cause analysis.
• Provide lean manufacturing and Continuous Improvement training to all levels and departments.
• Foster a culture of Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence throughout the division.
• Identify, prioritize, and drive high-impact improvement opportunities, delivering sustainable cost-saving initiatives.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommend corrective actions for continuous improvement.
• Benefit quantification and tracking program cost savings.

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Minimum three years of CI Program facilitation experience.
• Hands on Lean manufacturing and Lean deployment experience.