Xylem ist ein Fortune 500 Wassertechnologieunternehmen mit global 23.000 Mitarbeitenden in über 100 Ländern und einer Mission: unseren Kunden durch innovative Technologielösungen und unser Fachwissen bei der Lösung von Wasserproblemen und -herausforderungen zu helfen. Wir sind der weltweit führende Anbieter effizienter, innovativer und nachhaltiger Wassertechnologien, die dafür sorgen, dass unser Wasser nachhaltig genutzt, optimal verwaltet, erhalten und wiederverwendet wird.Xylem seeks to hire a **Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist** to lead project teams and to execute projects aligned to critical business priorities. These projects will generate financial results and drive process improvement, cultural maturity, and efficiency.**Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities:*** Lead cross-functional projects designed to analyze and design sequence of operations and work flows to improve efficiencies.* Conducts studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and production record systems.* Develop and implement project plans to reduce labor hours and costs of manufacturing through Lean Manufacturing.* Interfaces with other departments to identify improvement opportunities for driving high quality and efficient processes* Mobilizes problem solving teams and supports groups to streamline processes* Facilitates kaizen and rapid improvement events to drive continuous improvements in operations and office areas, including effective preparation and follow-up* Participates on multiple projects and applies continuous improvement techniques leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies to solve problems and build new capabilities.* Shares best practices and develops coordinated plans.* Be a change agent: challenge organizational leaders to drive continuous improvements and remove organizational barriers to continuous improvement processes.* Apply Best in Class benchmarks, cost analysis, Lean Six Sigma techniques to study manufacturing systems and operations. Identify cost and quality improvement projects.* Expectation to eventually rotate back into the organization and continue spreading improvement mindset**Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:*** BS/BA Engineering Degree or Equivalent* 1-5
years’ experience working within a manufacturing industry utilizing CI methodologies, implementing improvement projects and enabling efficiency, effectiveness and tangible financial benefit* Enthusiasm for change and knowledge of varying Continuous Improvement toolsets* Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining detailed project plans for large scale projects* Comfortable with ambiguity* Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective Change Management development and execution* Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills* Desire to learn and obtain new Lean and Six Sigma certification levels* Efficient knowledge and comfort working with computer systems**Preferred Qualifications:*** **LSS Green Belt, Black Belt, or Lean certification*** Experience within low volume-high mix manufacturing industries containing machining, assembly, and welding* Experience working in union environments* ERP/MRP knowledge and experience* Robust knowledge of MS office applications including Project and Visio* Experience with VBA programming and database queryingAdditional Information:Physical Demands* Light lifting (20-25 lbs.), office environment* Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facilityWork Environment* Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.* Standard weekly job hours: 40-45 hours* Travel: <10%Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 plus bonus.Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.**#LI-RR1**Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen.
Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovationThis position is required to be onsite **5x** per week. This role is based at our production site located in **Auburn, NY.** #J-18808-Ljbffr
years’ experience working within a manufacturing industry utilizing CI methodologies, implementing improvement projects and enabling efficiency, effectiveness and tangible financial benefit* Enthusiasm for change and knowledge of varying Continuous Improvement toolsets* Demonstrated success in developing and maintaining detailed project plans for large scale projects* Comfortable with ambiguity* Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective Change Management development and execution* Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills* Desire to learn and obtain new Lean and Six Sigma certification levels* Efficient knowledge and comfort working with computer systems**Preferred Qualifications:*** **LSS Green Belt, Black Belt, or Lean certification*** Experience within low volume-high mix manufacturing industries containing machining, assembly, and welding* Experience working in union environments* ERP/MRP knowledge and experience* Robust knowledge of MS office applications including Project and Visio* Experience with VBA programming and database queryingAdditional Information:Physical Demands* Light lifting (20-25 lbs.), office environment* Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facilityWork Environment* Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.* Standard weekly job hours: 40-45 hours* Travel: <10%Xylem does not provide visa sponsorship for this position.The estimated salary range for this position is $110,000 to $120,000 plus bonus.Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement.**#LI-RR1**Werden Sie Teil des globalen Xylem-Teams und gestalten Sie innovative Technologielösungen mit, die die Nutzung, Verfügbarkeit, den Schutz und die nachhaltige Verwendung von Wasser sicherstellen.
Unsere Produkte kommen in der öffentlichen Versorgung, der Industrie, im Wohnbereich und in gewerblichen Gebäuden zum Einsatz – mit dem Ziel, intelligente Maschinen, Anlagen, Messsysteme, Netzwerktechnologien und fortschrittliche Analysen für Wasser-, Strom- und Gasversorger sowie die Industrie bereitzustellen. Arbeiten Sie mit uns an einer Welt, in der die aktuellen und kommenden Wasserherausforderungen mit Kreativität und Engagement gelöst werden und in der Inklusion und Zugehörigkeit als Treiber für Innovation erkannt werden, um unsere Wettbewerbsfähigkeit weltweit zu stärken.At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark.
We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovationThis position is required to be onsite **5x** per week. This role is based at our production site located in **Auburn, NY.** #J-18808-Ljbffr