Continuous Improvement Sr. Specialist
LEGO, Richmond, VA, United States
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0000032196**Job Description****If you have experience working in Continuous Improvement and are looking to make your next career move, this might be the opportunity for bringing your skills to help your team achieve the best results for a great organization within the LEGO Group!**The LEGO Continuous Improvement Sr. Specialist will be responsible for assisting managers in implementing continuous improvement tools, processes, behaviors and mentality.**Core Responsibilities*** Identifies and lists potential opportunities to improve manufacturing processes and drives productivity agenda through promoting the usage of Continuous Improvement tools.* Leads CI breakthrough/strategical projects using Lean tools, as well as CI initiatives to improve processes, tools, and programs. Documents lessons learned from CI projects and initiatives.* Coaches and supports site managers and lead professionals to implement CI tools to improve processes and/or tackle critical problems.* Performs LCI assessment process and supports areas assigned on LCI assessment journey to achieve target. Supports CI assessment governance process.* Arrange and conduct Continuous improvement tool training to organization • Implements Shopfloor management principles through continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, etc.).* Support and participate in the implementation of global and local CI agenda, and activities supporting the business strategy.* Influences, coaches, challenges, and acts as a sparring-partner to the Manufacturing leaders and their support to adopt CI thinking practices and to demonstrate CI behaviors that drives desired results.**Play your part in our team success**Lego Continuous Improvement builds capabilities in the organization to align, simplify and improve processes, to increase problem-solving skills and to increase change readiness. “LCI” jobs focus on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization's profitability and efficiency.* Proven experience with Lean/OPEX/CI Tools and facilitation of workshops and improvement events.* Analytical mind with excellent data collection and analysis skills.* Excellent competence in creative problem-solving and leading improvement projects.* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with ability to communicate and establish rapport with colleagues and managers from and out of the team.* Proven coaching technique, applicable from Team Members to Managers.* Change agent with proven experience leading and coordinating new initiatives across different areas.* Ability to apply organizational change techniques to move the organization into new working methods and new approaches.**Additional*** Relocation will not be offered for this position.* This position will work onsite 5 days a week.* May require global travel.**Join the global LEGO(R) team****Compensation**The salary for this position has a range of $93,989.00 - $140,983.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Here are some of what to expect:**Family** **Care** **Leave –** We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.**Insurances –** All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.**Wellbeing** – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based**Colleague** **Discount** – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.**Bonus** – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme**Your workplace –** When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.**Join the LEGO(R) team today.**Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. Our founder Ole Kirk Kristiansen made his first wooden toy in 1932. He persevered against the odds until his business was a success. Constantly innovating, never compromising. Building, rebuilding, and striving for the best. It is this resilience and permanent sense of renewal that drives us forward. We are never still. We will always be creating, inventing, and having fun. Build your career brick by brick and play your part in continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow”. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Richmondposted on:
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End Date: April 15, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id:
0000032196**Job Description****If you have experience working in Continuous Improvement and are looking to make your next career move, this might be the opportunity for bringing your skills to help your team achieve the best results for a great organization within the LEGO Group!**The LEGO Continuous Improvement Sr. Specialist will be responsible for assisting managers in implementing continuous improvement tools, processes, behaviors and mentality.**Core Responsibilities*** Identifies and lists potential opportunities to improve manufacturing processes and drives productivity agenda through promoting the usage of Continuous Improvement tools.* Leads CI breakthrough/strategical projects using Lean tools, as well as CI initiatives to improve processes, tools, and programs. Documents lessons learned from CI projects and initiatives.* Coaches and supports site managers and lead professionals to implement CI tools to improve processes and/or tackle critical problems.* Performs LCI assessment process and supports areas assigned on LCI assessment journey to achieve target. Supports CI assessment governance process.* Arrange and conduct Continuous improvement tool training to organization • Implements Shopfloor management principles through continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, etc.).* Support and participate in the implementation of global and local CI agenda, and activities supporting the business strategy.* Influences, coaches, challenges, and acts as a sparring-partner to the Manufacturing leaders and their support to adopt CI thinking practices and to demonstrate CI behaviors that drives desired results.**Play your part in our team success**Lego Continuous Improvement builds capabilities in the organization to align, simplify and improve processes, to increase problem-solving skills and to increase change readiness. “LCI” jobs focus on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization's profitability and efficiency.* Proven experience with Lean/OPEX/CI Tools and facilitation of workshops and improvement events.* Analytical mind with excellent data collection and analysis skills.* Excellent competence in creative problem-solving and leading improvement projects.* Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with ability to communicate and establish rapport with colleagues and managers from and out of the team.* Proven coaching technique, applicable from Team Members to Managers.* Change agent with proven experience leading and coordinating new initiatives across different areas.* Ability to apply organizational change techniques to move the organization into new working methods and new approaches.**Additional*** Relocation will not be offered for this position.* This position will work onsite 5 days a week.* May require global travel.**Join the global LEGO(R) team****Compensation**The salary for this position has a range of $93,989.00 - $140,983.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.Here are some of what to expect:**Family** **Care** **Leave –** We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.**Insurances –** All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.**Wellbeing** – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based**Colleague** **Discount** – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.**Bonus** – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme**Your workplace –** When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.
The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.”
The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our web site or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the HR Service Desk at 1.860-763-7777, option #3. Please note, these communication channels should be used for those having difficulty accessing our on-line channels, not to inquire about job opportunities.Just imagine building your dream career.Then make it real.**Join the LEGO(R) team today.**Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. Our founder Ole Kirk Kristiansen made his first wooden toy in 1932. He persevered against the odds until his business was a success. Constantly innovating, never compromising. Building, rebuilding, and striving for the best. It is this resilience and permanent sense of renewal that drives us forward. We are never still. We will always be creating, inventing, and having fun. Build your career brick by brick and play your part in continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow”. #J-18808-Ljbffr