EFP's Continuous Improvement team is focused on manufacturing and business operational support through lean transformation. The CI/Lean Engineer will be responsible for understanding the current process state, identifying efficiency and / or improvement opportunities and leading subsequent cross-functional team members to drive process improvements utilizing Lean strategies.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in an appropriate field of study (i.e., engineering, business) or equivalent combined education and experience.
Minimum of two (2) years of practical hands-on experience leading a combination of functions: continuous improvement and lean activities, kaizen events, operations supervision/management, or manufacturing engineering.
Proven knowledge, execution and implementation of lean methods for problem solving or other continuous improvement methodologies that drive business results.
Experience developing various process documentation (WI, SOP, Process Flow Diagrams, Etc.).
Must have strong analytical skills and be process oriented with a deep desire to drive improvement, behave with initiative and be self-motivated to exceed expectations.
Demonstrate effective leadership and project management skills, showing the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
Able to drive change, making continuous improvement a way of life while completing project level assignments with little direction.
Critical thinker that makes timely decisions with well-developed judgment, considering risk and alternatives along with other key factors.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and the ability to exercise influence without authority.
Express oneself effectively at all levels of the organization both orally and in written form.
Communicate plans and activities that drive strategic employee involvement through active listening.
Ability to lead, train and mentor employees at all levels of the organization in the application of Lean methodologies.
Collaborate with plant and corporate leadership, customers, suppliers, and production floor personnel to identify and facilitate projects to improve key performance indicators (KPIs).
Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Applications (Word, Excel, & PowerPoint).
Desired Qualifications:
Lean or Six Sigma certified
Trained in Lean Principles ( Value Stream Mapping, Visual Management, SMED, A3 problem solving, TPM, Kanban, Poke Yoke, Standard Work, Kaizen, 5S, etc.)
General knowledge of quality management and supply chain systems
Basic knowledge of ERP / MRP, SPC, Microsoft Access and Minitab
Travel Requirement:
Up to 50% overnight travel. The position operates in a multiple site manufacturing environment and requires temporary duties away from the assigned work location, including frequent overnight travel. Independent travel by car or airplane is necessary for effective job performance.
