Continuous Improvement Engineer
SUMMARY
PlayCore is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer that will be responsible for driving improvements in all areas of Manufacturing, Quality, Shipping & Receiving and Maintenance for the Chatsworth facility. The position will be responsible for training in the fundamentals of lean manufacturing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and establish lean manufacturing methods working with the Director of Operations and the corporate Operations group.
- Implement the continuous improvement strategy that aligns to the with the overall business strategy
- Develop dashboards / score cards for the manufacturing operation working with the shop floor supervision.
- Assist in monitoring department, process and employees to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, ability to create operation KPIs or scorecards, safety policies and procedures.
- Identify and drive changes to improve productivity and reduce cost, under the guidance of the plant staff.
- Develop, implement and track TPM program
- Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
COMPETENCIES
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Analytical Decision-Making
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Learning & Development
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Communication
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Planning & Organizing
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Professionalism & Integrity
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Results Orientation
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Financial Management
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Teamwork & Relationship-Building
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Risk-Taking/Creative Thinking
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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Industrial, Operations Management, or Engineering BS degree, completed or in progress
- Limited practical experience in implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools and processes is preferred
- Will have a thorough knowledge of all manufacturing methods, techniques, and related equipment.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
10% or less for development and benchmarking only
OTHER SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to learn in a technical role in a manufacturing environment. The role will be more than 50% hands-on working with shop floor employees
- Ideal candidate will be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently and has the ability to balance and achieve positive results in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost and employee morale.
- Must have strong technical skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Bi-lingual (English and Spanish) preferred
- Adaptability—the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events