ZIEHL-ABEGG Inc.
Continuous Improvement Specialist
ZIEHL-ABEGG Inc., Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104
Overview
With over 100 years’ accumulated experience, ZIEHL-ABEGG is the world leading fan and motor manufacturer. We are the proven leader in the fan and ventilation market, providing innovative and energy efficient solutions to our business partners and customers. ZIEHL-ABEGG is looking for a high energy and results-oriented Continuous Improvement Specialist who can be a strong contributor to our heavily expanding company. The purpose of this role is to identify and develop solutions throughout production and implement correctives that support and improve the efficiency and profitability of production utilizing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
Responsibilities
Identify and facilitate continuous improvement activities.
Assist with implementation of lean & 5S manufacturing methods.
Help define and measure key performance indicators in relation to production.
Maintain and track metrics in relation to continuous improvement initiatives.
Modify, map and document processes (Value Stream Mapping), analyze process flow throughout the facility to ensure efficient movement of product from raw state to finished product.
Work alongside engineering on cost analysis for improving margin, analyze and implement cost reduction projects.
Planning, facilitating, and executing continuous improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools.
Working to continuously improve processes both on the production floor as well as transactional by collaborating with multiple departments.
Establishing a clear and well-articulated implementation plan
Establishing criteria for the project’s success and preparing a sound statement of constraints/limiting factors
Appropriately implementing principles of governance
Resolving technical problems such as formulation, equipment, product, interpretation of regulations, and resource availability
Mapping out in detail the desired situation
Regularly monitoring the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits
Coordinate time studies to ensure production is running efficiently to meet budgeted standards.
Assist with the integration of new equipment into the facility.
Provides assistance with creating SOPs, work instructions, programs and procedures across all departments.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree or similar
Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
Manufacturing experience preferred
Understanding of lean manufacturing and 5S principles
MS Office experience, CAD or other 3D mapping software
Excellent time management, planning and follow-up skills
Analytical problem solving and decision-making skills
Detail oriented personality with the ability to communicate effectively.
We Offer
Tuition Reimbursement Program - We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
We offer comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision
Company-paid Life insurance, Short, and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
401(k) retirement account with generous company match
Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year
Holidays totaling ten (10) per calendar year with an additional floating holiday of employee’s choice.
Career advancement and training opportunities
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Responsibilities
Identify and facilitate continuous improvement activities.
Assist with implementation of lean & 5S manufacturing methods.
Help define and measure key performance indicators in relation to production.
Maintain and track metrics in relation to continuous improvement initiatives.
Modify, map and document processes (Value Stream Mapping), analyze process flow throughout the facility to ensure efficient movement of product from raw state to finished product.
Work alongside engineering on cost analysis for improving margin, analyze and implement cost reduction projects.
Planning, facilitating, and executing continuous improvement events using Lean Six Sigma tools.
Working to continuously improve processes both on the production floor as well as transactional by collaborating with multiple departments.
Establishing a clear and well-articulated implementation plan
Establishing criteria for the project’s success and preparing a sound statement of constraints/limiting factors
Appropriately implementing principles of governance
Resolving technical problems such as formulation, equipment, product, interpretation of regulations, and resource availability
Mapping out in detail the desired situation
Regularly monitoring the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits
Coordinate time studies to ensure production is running efficiently to meet budgeted standards.
Assist with the integration of new equipment into the facility.
Provides assistance with creating SOPs, work instructions, programs and procedures across all departments.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree or similar
Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
Manufacturing experience preferred
Understanding of lean manufacturing and 5S principles
MS Office experience, CAD or other 3D mapping software
Excellent time management, planning and follow-up skills
Analytical problem solving and decision-making skills
Detail oriented personality with the ability to communicate effectively.
We Offer
Tuition Reimbursement Program - We encourage team members to continue their education to support their current or future work.
We offer comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision
Company-paid Life insurance, Short, and Long-Term Disability insurance, and Parental leave.
401(k) retirement account with generous company match
Phenomenal work life balance offering twenty (20) days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per calendar year
Holidays totaling ten (10) per calendar year with an additional floating holiday of employee’s choice.
Career advancement and training opportunities
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