Continuous Improvement Specialist

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23000 employees operating in over 150 countries Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the worlds most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Job Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Specialist focuses on enhancing transactional processes within the organization by applying continuous improvement methodologies. This role involves identifying opportunities for process optimization leading problemsolving sessions and implementing solutions to streamline operations. This role works closely with various teams to drive change initiatives monitor performance improvements and ensure the adoption and sustainability of best practices. Their efforts are crucial in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and achieving operational excellence in transactional activities.

Responsibilities:

Process Analysis and Improvement:

• Review and evaluate existing processes
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies
• Design and implement streamlined processes
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance and effectiveness

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data from various sources
• Identify trends and patterns
• Create visualizations and reports to communicate findings
• Use data to drive decisionmaking and continuous improvement efforts

Change Management:

• Develop and execute change management strategies
• Communicate changes and their impact to stakeholders
• Provide training and support to employees during implementation
• Monitor and address any challenges or resistance to change

Continuous Improvement Culture:

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the organization
• Identify and implement best practices
• Facilitate regular improvement meetings and discussions
• Encourage and implement employee suggestions for improvement
• Provide training and resources to foster a continuous improvement mindset.

High Impact Behaviors:

• Strategic Vision and Foresight: Senior professionals should have the ability to develop and communicate a clear vision for the future anticipate trends and prepare the organization to adapt to changes. This involves understanding the broader industry context and aligning team efforts with longterm objectives.
• Mentorship and Talent Development: They should actively mentor junior colleagues helping to shape the next generation of leaders. This includes sharing knowledge providing guidance and supporting career development opportunities for their teams.
• Influential Leadership: Senior professionals must be able to influence and inspire others both within and outside the organization. This requires strong communication skills credibility and the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in business administration engineering or other field with at least 5 years experience or equivalent work experience that provides exposure to fundamental theories principles and concepts.
• Strong ability to analyze processes identify inefficiencies and propose effective solutions.
• Experience in managing projects from inception to completion including defining scope timelines and deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate process changes and collaborate with team members.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and software such as Microsoft Excel Minitab or other statistical packages.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to new ideas and changes in processes.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Project Management Professional (PMP): This certification is valuable for engineers who wish to move into project management roles or other Lean Program certification.

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Salary range:

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage conservation and reuse. Our products impact public utilities industrial sectors residential areas and commercial buildings with a commitment to providing smart metering network technologies and advanced analytics for water electric and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.