Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

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The Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading the implementation of operational process improvements utilizing the Generac Manufacturing System (GMS) across the value stream in a manufacturing or distribution facility. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides hands on execution and coaching of the lean principles (Value Stream Mapping Kaizen 5S Standard Work Line/Cell Design Single Piece Flow Material Flow Visual Management SMED TPM Root Cause Problem Solving etc.) and tools to eliminate waste in all operations functions. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles (Value Stream Mapping Kaizen 5S Standard Work Line/Cell Design Single Piece Flow Material Flow Visual Management SMED TPM Root Cause Problem Solving etc.) and the GMS. 30%

• Coach others to develop and implement Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues. 20%

• Develop document and implement standard work to provide a basis of continuous improvement. 20%

• Mentor and guide facility team members and peers in the understanding use and implementation of Lean principles and tools. 10%

• Participate in the implementation of standards and programs with the corporate Continuous Improvement team.

• Participate in the implementation of facility strategic plans and initiatives. Facilitate the flow of information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Engineering Mechanical Quality Supply Chain

• 5 years of demonstrated implementation experience in Lean principles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean Operations or Supply Chain Certifications

• Demonstrated experience in flow principles Kanban and plan for every part (PFEP)

• Demonstrated experience in project leadership with a diversity of team skills

• Experiment and Push Boundaries Designs/implements facility solutions that challenge the norm

• Ideate & Breakthrough Analyzes and implements successful facility change

• Continuous Improvement Uses KPIs to create reliable/sustainable improvements drives standard work focuses on process

• Drive to Win Sets high performance standards Monitors/redirects ensuring project results Coaches balance problem solving improved customer/employee experience

While performing the duties of this job the employeeis regularly required totalk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employeeis regularly required tostand and walk. Onoccasionthe incumbent maybe requiredto stoopbendor reach above the shoulders.The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.Specific conditions of this job includeare typical of frequentand continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting closevisionand ability to adjust focus.

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