Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Trulieve•McKeesport, PA

33d•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator assists the Director of Manufacturing in driving continuous improvement and lean activities. These activities include 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Floor Management Development System, Changeover, Kaizen, 8-Step Problem Solving, etc.

Requirements

Must communicate effectively with Processing Manager and internal/external customers
Strong analytical and problem-solving skill set
Strong organization skills, able to work well under pressure and manage several tasks simultaneously
Strong computer skills – Word, Excel, Access, Power Point
Other skill sets will be assessed
Must be able to work in a team environment and have demonstrated ability to be an effective team member
Must be a self-starter that can work with minimal supervision
Must have demonstrated good initiative and acceptable job performance, which includes acceptable attendance in previous job/jobs
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including overtime when needed
High School Diploma or equivalent, secondary education preferred
1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must successfully complete a comprehensive background screening
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 lbs to a minimum height of 5 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, with or without mechanical assistance
Must be able to work seated/standing as appropriate at workstations for extended periods of time, maintain body equilibrium while climbing ladders, stairways, stopping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching, and use hands/fingers to hold, grasp, turn, pick, pinch frequently/constantly to complete tasks
Must be able to handle organic matter daily, able to wear PPE as appropriate (eye, face, hand, arm, head, foot, body, fall protection), and able to be exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions while wearing PPE (95 degrees or greater)
Must have visual acuity with/without job aids to perform activities such as; reading, viewing a computer terminal, visual inspection involving small parts/details. Clarity of vision at 20 ft or more in day and night/dark conditions
Must be able to speak and communicate verbally at conversation levels with co-workers, vendors, etc. (Moderate noise)
40+ hours weekly with flexible hours depending on department needs. Will require travel up to 50% at times based on need of the business and projects. Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Good understanding of financial measure and goals is preferred
Previous mechanical experience to aid in process improvements preferred
Lean training, to include but not exempt to: Lean 101, QC Circle, 5S, VSM/MIF, Waste ID, Team Building, Pull Systems, SMED, Standard Work, FIFO, FMDS, 8-Step Problem Solving, A3 Development and Kaizen

Responsibilities

Maintain and continuously develop 5s system that addresses safety, housekeeping, quality, and continuous improvement
Daily communications with Improvement Leaders, Department Managers, Production Supervisors, and Production Improvement Manager on Lean objectives and goals
Perform Production Improvement “pitches” as required
Analyze Productivity/Quality database to establish action plan
Administration of plant 5s program
Analyze value stream data through Value Stream Mapping and Material Information Flow
Facilitate Kaizen projects with the direction and support of plant leadership
Perform daily “go and see” activities and data collection for the purposes of understanding improvement opportunities in designated area
Maintain Plant Associate Suggestion System and study data to actualize potential Kaizen activities
Coordinate and perform Visual board coaching/auditing to establish accountability within the Value Streams
Establish, maintain and monitor Standard Work system within the plant
Mentor Team Leaders on 8-Step Problem Solving process
Coordinate Plant QC Circle activities and mentor Team Leaders on QC Circle process
Perform Time studies/Process Observations as required
Represents the organization in production improvement meetings, which will include creation and development of presentation
Other duties as assigned