The Continuous Improvement Advisor focuses on manufacturing operational improvement and cost savings to improve the organization’s profitability and efficiency.

Job Duties

- Analyze designs, methods and internal manufacturing processes

- Develop strategies and initiatives for operational efficiency

- Implement process improvements and changes in manufacturing methods

- Implement continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.)

- Support CI Director, Managers, Supervisors, and Engineers in the implementation of Lean methods and principles throughout the nine facilities.

- Conduct Lean Assessments at each facility as a baseline and develop a plan of improvement with CI staff.

- Develop and train CI group in Kaizen methods, supporting their development to become independent trainers.

- Develop and implement Model Lines under the direction of the CI Director and General Managers.

- Use existing CI Lean training classes to support existing methods throughout the facilities.

- Work independently to meet scheduled goals.

- Remote position depending on location to MPS location.

- Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.

- Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.

- Problems faced are difficult and often complex.

- 50% average travel required.

Experience and Education

- A minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 6 years and a Master’s degree; or equivalent experience.

- Lean Subject Matter Expert.

- Manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position

- Understanding and use of Lean methodologies and principles

- Development of Kaizen schedule with full planning, facilitation, and follow-up experience.

- Implementation of Lean programs with buy-in at every level of the organization.

- ISO9001 certification and/or auditing experience.

- 12 years manufacturing experience in a Lean and/or Engineering position (preferred)

- Certified Lean training (preferred)

- Automotive or Medical industry experience (preferred)

- Safely work within an industrial facility both in the aisles and in the assembly, machining, and foundry areas, lifting 50 lbs.

- Competencies/ Skills

- Oral and written communication skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.

- English competency. Spanish optional