Continuous Improvement Specialist (Assembly)
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Job Location:
Verona, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!
Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing processing and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power automotive ammunition coinage construction materials refrigeration electronics and many other industries. To us metal is more than material.
Wielands Cultural Values
Wielands culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company we benefit daily from our employees knowledge and our cultural vision we place our core values at the heart of everything we do:safetyambitionoptimismreliabilityownershipdiversity &respect.
Wieland is hiring a Continuous Improvement Specialist (Assembly). The Continuous Improvement Specialist (Assembly) focuses on the Expansion Assembly Paint & Test Operations and is responsible for driving process optimization standardization and performance improvement across the areas to improve safety quality delivery and cost through structured problem solving lean methodologies and data-driven decision-making. The position ensures consistent processes strong shop floor engagement and sustainable improvements that support operational excellence and long-term business objectives. This role is located in Verona VA and will be fully on-site.
Responsibilities
Continuous Improvement Specialist (Assembly) Responsibilities:
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives within highly technical assembly painting and testing processes.
- Identify and scope assembly paint and test-focused improvement opportunities that drive measurable gains in safety product quality throughput and cost reduction.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing methodologies such as TPM Six Sigma 5S 3P Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping specifically within assembly lines coating operations and product testing environments.
- Develop and implement standardized assembly SOPs and test procedures to ensure repeatability compliance and process stability.
- Track and report key assembly paint and testing performance metrics including First Pass Yield (FPY) defect and rework rates line efficiency takt adherence paint utilization scrap equipment uptime OEE and test cycle performance.
- Track monitor and report on the results of each project to ensure execution of timelines deliverables and defined performance targets.
- Develop and facilitate improved shop floor relationships that encourage increased participation in the overall improvement process including roundtable discussions cross-functional improvement teams operator engagement initiatives and structured problem-solving events.
- Support capital improvement initiatives related to assembly tooling material handling systems paint booths and curing systems testing equipment and automation upgrades.
- Assist Engineering Leadership in strategic planning efforts aligned with continuous improvement objectives and operational performance goals.
Continuous Improvement Specialist (Assembly) Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree preferred.
- Six Sigma Certification preferred.
- Extensive hands-on lean manufacturing and continuous improvement implementation and facilitation experience.
- 5 years of experience driving Continuous Improvement in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience creating and implementing SOPs.
- Strong team building and facilitation written verbal and interpersonal skills.
- High energy and passion for continuous improvement is required.
Qualifications
Joining Wielands team gives you
- Benefits-Starting on Day 1!Including Medical Dental Vision Disability Life & more!
- Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution match.
- Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
- Growth Opportunities - We have over 9000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
- Wellness Programs Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
- Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.
Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Hand Tools
- Calipers
- Basic Math
- Math
- Mobile Devices
- Surface Mount Technology
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Assembly Experience
- Plastics Injection Molding
- Soldering
- Manufacturing
About Company
The world's leading supplier of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products. Wieland drives the future through high-performance copper materials.
