Continuous Improvement Facilitator
Gabriel Group, Earth City, MO, United States
Continuous Improvement Facilitator (Construction)
Company Overview
Beltservice Corporation is a leading fabricator of custom conveyor belting. Every day, we stake our reputation on the durability, variety, and performance of the products we produce, committed to delivering high-quality products through innovation and excellence. We are seeking a highly knowledgeable and engaging Continuous Improvement (CI) Facilitator to join our CI team and play a vital role in fostering a culture of Raising the Standard!
Job Summary The CI Facilitator will drive operational excellence by coaching, facilitating, and ensuring the sustainment of continuous improvement activities within our St. Louis Facility. This individual will collaborate with and train team members at all levels of the organization to foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on eliminating waste and creating flow according to Lean principles. If you consider yourself to be an experienced and hands‑on Continuous Improvement professional and take pride in your adaptability and ability to influence across positionality and functionality, we want to hear from you!
Core Values
Get it Done: Complete tasks with minimal supervision, solve problems with a positive attitude, and work collaboratively.
Raise the Standard: Strive for continuous improvement, be open to learning and teaching, and aim to be the best in the industry.
Do the Right Thing: Value honesty and integrity, see the big picture, and lead by example with humility and confidence.
Passion for Service: Be responsive and dedicated to customers and ensure promises are met.
Essential Job Duties
Facilitate CI Events / Projects: Facilitate and coach leaders on Kaizen Events, Value Stream Mapping, 2P to improve performance.
Coach and Train: Deliver Lean training to all levels of the organization (such as daily improvement, A3 Thinking, 8 Wastes, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Pull, Cell Improvement Centers, Key Performance Indicators, Value Stream Mapping, etc.) and problem‑solving techniques. Provide Coaching to leaders.
Cultural Leadership: Act as a change agent to build a company-wide culture of engagement and continuous improvement. Develop and facilitate Gemba Walks.
Manage CI Coordinators: Provide day‑to‑day direction, ensure tasks are being completed and coach CI Coordinators.
Coordinate the CI Roadmap: Establish and maintain a master schedule of Lean activities aligned to Strategy to meet annual performance targets.
Qualifications
BS, BA, or equivalent technical education & experience, with emphasis in manufacturing.
Full working knowledge of Lean concepts with 5+ years of demonstrated success in a manufacturing environment.
Led / Facilitated 30+ improvement events; required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge
Lean Methodologies: Mastery of 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Pull, Flow, Changeover Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, 2P, etc.
Process & Problem Analysis: Deep understanding of Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis and Gemba Walk principles.
Skills
Change Management: Strong change management skills and experience. Ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams towards a desired outcome and sustain improvements.
Practical Application of Lean Methodologies: Capable of applying lean principles and concepts in a High Mix environment.
Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing data and focusing on the Vital Few.
Active Listening: Able to hear beyond words and 'read the room'. Notice more than just what's being said by picking up on the team's tone, body language and unspoken concerns.
Communication and Presentation: Proven ability to communicate with all levels of the organizations.
Time and Project Management: Excellent time and project management skills.
Written and Verbal Communication: Clearly explain complex Lean concepts and lead group discussions through effective verbal and written communication.
Abilities
Conflict Resolution: The capacity to stay calm during tense debates and pivot the group towards constructive problem solving.
Adaptability: Being 'prepared for anything' and able to adjust agendas on the fly based on the energy or progress of the group.
Influence Without Authority: The ability to motivate and lead cross-functional teams that do not report to them directly. Ability to influence upwards.
Navigate Change: The ideal candidate has been through complex change and tough situations; bringing a will to win with strong followership.
Highly Collaborative: Builds trust with cross functional team, making it easy for people to share ideas and work together toward improvement.
'Hands On' Approach: Willingness to work alongside others and get 'their hands dirty.'
Benefits
Competitive starting salary ($85,000 to $100,000/year).
Full benefits package, including health, dental, life, vision, long/short term disability.
Healthcare Advocate Patient Care.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Employee Referral Program.
401(k) plan with company match and Profit Sharing.
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Job Summary The CI Facilitator will drive operational excellence by coaching, facilitating, and ensuring the sustainment of continuous improvement activities within our St. Louis Facility. This individual will collaborate with and train team members at all levels of the organization to foster a culture of continuous improvement focused on eliminating waste and creating flow according to Lean principles. If you consider yourself to be an experienced and hands‑on Continuous Improvement professional and take pride in your adaptability and ability to influence across positionality and functionality, we want to hear from you!
Core Values
Get it Done: Complete tasks with minimal supervision, solve problems with a positive attitude, and work collaboratively.
Raise the Standard: Strive for continuous improvement, be open to learning and teaching, and aim to be the best in the industry.
Do the Right Thing: Value honesty and integrity, see the big picture, and lead by example with humility and confidence.
Passion for Service: Be responsive and dedicated to customers and ensure promises are met.
Essential Job Duties
Facilitate CI Events / Projects: Facilitate and coach leaders on Kaizen Events, Value Stream Mapping, 2P to improve performance.
Coach and Train: Deliver Lean training to all levels of the organization (such as daily improvement, A3 Thinking, 8 Wastes, 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Pull, Cell Improvement Centers, Key Performance Indicators, Value Stream Mapping, etc.) and problem‑solving techniques. Provide Coaching to leaders.
Cultural Leadership: Act as a change agent to build a company-wide culture of engagement and continuous improvement. Develop and facilitate Gemba Walks.
Manage CI Coordinators: Provide day‑to‑day direction, ensure tasks are being completed and coach CI Coordinators.
Coordinate the CI Roadmap: Establish and maintain a master schedule of Lean activities aligned to Strategy to meet annual performance targets.
Qualifications
BS, BA, or equivalent technical education & experience, with emphasis in manufacturing.
Full working knowledge of Lean concepts with 5+ years of demonstrated success in a manufacturing environment.
Led / Facilitated 30+ improvement events; required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge
Lean Methodologies: Mastery of 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Pull, Flow, Changeover Reduction, Value Stream Mapping, 2P, etc.
Process & Problem Analysis: Deep understanding of Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis and Gemba Walk principles.
Skills
Change Management: Strong change management skills and experience. Ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams towards a desired outcome and sustain improvements.
Practical Application of Lean Methodologies: Capable of applying lean principles and concepts in a High Mix environment.
Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing data and focusing on the Vital Few.
Active Listening: Able to hear beyond words and 'read the room'. Notice more than just what's being said by picking up on the team's tone, body language and unspoken concerns.
Communication and Presentation: Proven ability to communicate with all levels of the organizations.
Time and Project Management: Excellent time and project management skills.
Written and Verbal Communication: Clearly explain complex Lean concepts and lead group discussions through effective verbal and written communication.
Abilities
Conflict Resolution: The capacity to stay calm during tense debates and pivot the group towards constructive problem solving.
Adaptability: Being 'prepared for anything' and able to adjust agendas on the fly based on the energy or progress of the group.
Influence Without Authority: The ability to motivate and lead cross-functional teams that do not report to them directly. Ability to influence upwards.
Navigate Change: The ideal candidate has been through complex change and tough situations; bringing a will to win with strong followership.
Highly Collaborative: Builds trust with cross functional team, making it easy for people to share ideas and work together toward improvement.
'Hands On' Approach: Willingness to work alongside others and get 'their hands dirty.'
Benefits
Competitive starting salary ($85,000 to $100,000/year).
Full benefits package, including health, dental, life, vision, long/short term disability.
Healthcare Advocate Patient Care.
Tuition Reimbursement.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Employee Referral Program.
401(k) plan with company match and Profit Sharing.
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