CI Specialist
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Job Location:
Alexandria, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Summary:The CI Specialist supports the implementation of continuous improvement (CI) initiatives by assisting with data collection basic analysis and execution of small-scale improvement activities. This role provides foundational support for CI projects engages with production floor employees and contributes to problem-solving efforts to enhance operational efficiency and business position is also responsible to identify train and deploy resources to apply state-of-the-art approaches and tools to achieve performance excellence and process improvements. Essential Functions of the Job:Establish and standardize business and operational processes through facilitated work sessions process & tool development and process pilots; then educate and transfer ownership to end state users and process owners. Facilitates Kaizens brainstorming sessions workshops problem solving sessions and process mapping exercises to bring alignment extract knowledge and improve performance. Monitors business and operational performance through metrics identifies gaps in performance and facilitates problem-solving activities to close performance gaps. Trains coaches and facilitates continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as lean six sigma kaizen quality and process and executes improvement projects across or within functions/operational sites via Lean Six Sigma or similar methodology. Facilitate flow of information/processes/procedures and helps troubleshoot and resolve issues. Adheres to company GMPs (good manufacturing practices) safety procedures and all other quality processes. Works with management to ensure effective organizational design and that role is correctly organized defined documented and communicated to all effective safety procedures tools and record keeping are managed through site PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when other duties as Responsibilities: Qualifications:High School Degree or GED.5 years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and have a working knowledge or MS Word MS PowerPoint and be proficient with MS Qualifications:Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent training and/or or Bachelor degree in Engineering or related in a manufacturing with cross-functional project (Spanish / English).Knowledge and Skills:Familiarity with fundamental CI tools and must have a continuous improvement / problem-solving mindset and ability to lead teams in reviews process improvement events and/or leading training and providing coaching/ approach to project execution with a track record of positive tangible to handle spreadsheets and create simple charts for analysis. Willingness to grow within the CI discipline and refine problem-solving BenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid Family leavePaid maternity leave401(k) with MatchVoluntary Life Accident Critical Illness and Hospital indemnityPaid HolidaysTuition assistanceShort-term and Long-term Disability insuranceAdditional Considerations:Travel: Up to 10% for meetings and other job-related : This position will be our SunOpta Plant in Alexandria Environment: Approximately 50% is in a manufacturing/production environment; approximately 50% of this role is performed in an office or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Crane
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- OSHA
- Team Management
- Catheterization
- Microsoft Outlook Calendar
- EHS
About Company
SunOpta Inc. is a leading global company focused on natural food, ingredient sourcing, organic food, and specialty foods. Certified organic food products.
