Summary

The Continuous Improvement Engineer supports YTMM’s goals and objectives by contributing towards improving manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques.

Responsibilities

Be a “change agent”. This person must be comfortable working with all levels within the organization. They must be able to question the status quo and be a strong leader/communicator.
Will be responsible for managing and leading continuous improvement projects, as well as mentoring and coaching leaders and team members of other projects.
Able to apply Process Kaizen Engineer, Six Sigma, and general continuous improvement tools and methodology
Create and study process flow maps and recommend improvements.
Conduct root cause analysis to implement countermeasures for production related troubles.
Able to coordinate and schedule TPM activities as it applies to each pillar.
Able to understand and prioritize losses of OEE to drive improvement initiatives at priority areas.
Trains, coaches and motivates personnel in the understanding and adoption of new and existing TPS/TPM principles and techniques.
Apply PDCA tools and concepts for continuous improvement
Support all production shifts and employees as required by all improvement initiatives.
Helping to integrate and improve daily management system to production, maintenance, and quality areas.

Knowledge and Skills

Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
Mechanical or process knowledge
Time management and prioritization
Strategic and critical thinking
Demonstrated skills in conducting presentations.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Working knowledge of problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 why, and Cause and Effect
Working cross functionally across all departments

Education and Experience

BACHELORS DEGREE from accredited University – preferred
Must have 5 + years in manufacturing environment. Four year degree preferred (Industrial Engineer or similar)

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