Industrial Improvement & Management Systems Engineer - Sharqia

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Continuous Improvement Engineer position will assist in plants operations contributing towards improving manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques.

• Be a “leaser of change”. This person must be comfortable working with all levels within the organization. He must be able to question the status quo and be a strong communicator.
• Will be responsible for managing and leading continuous improvement projects, as well as mentoring and coaching others.
• Will be responsible for management systems implementations, monitoring and auditing.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools and methodology in the implementation of manufacturing excellence initiatives.
• Manage a portfolio of lean projects directed at reducing waste and improving quality to provide greater valve; implements such tools as: 5S, KPI, SMED, VSM, and Kaizen.
• Train and lead cross-functional continuous improvement teams; focusing on measurable quality, service and cost improvements.
• Implements a formal six sigma program that focuses on reducing process and product variation. Implements such tools as: SPC, Process Capability, Pareto analysis, Fishbone, SMED.
• Trains, coaches and motivates personnel in the understanding and adoption of new principles and techniques.
• Drives the standardization of processes and the implementation of metrics and best practices.
• Assist in setting annual operational targets and help drive improvements to achieve those targets.
• Conduct training pertaining to Health, Safety, and Environmental.