Essential Job Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties; however, it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Executes lean vision, strategies and initiatives that deliver continuous improvement, culture transformation, waste reduction and/or cost savings

2. Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to establish continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence and/or customer satisfaction

3. Works directly with key stakeholders to coordinate and lead improvement initiatives resulting in quality, throughput, cost savings and/or margin enhancement opportunities

4. Facilitates and coordinates Kaizen blitz activities

5. Develops lean tracking tools, communication cadences, monitor results and report progress to key stakeholders

6. Assists in the development and implementation of capital projects, including equipment feasibility studies, working with key stakeholders

7. Facilitates lean training and guidance, including effective use of lean tools, for key stakeholders

8. Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaints

9. Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications

Education & Experience

1. Bachelor's degree required

2. Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components

2. Knowledge of methodologies, tools and techniques for designing, building and managing the manufacture of new products

3. Knowledge of the methodology and associated phases, activities and deliverables for the design of new products and the enhancement of existing products; ability to apply the methodology in diverse scenarios

4. Knowledge of the methodology and associated phases, activities and deliverables for manufacturing new or enhancing existing products

5. Ability to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing

6. Knowledge and associated ability to apply technical, scientific and mathematical knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

1. Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting

2. Frequent walking and standing required

3. Occasional travel required

4. Lifting up to 25 pounds.

This position will work out of our Hartford, WI facility, with some project work supporting our Neenah Plant.

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