Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Title

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is hiring a Continuous Improvement Engineer who will be responsible forfor leading projectsas well asthetraining,coaching and mentoringofcontinuous improvement resources forPlant81inDalton, GA.

Areas 

Strategy 

• This positionassists in planning activities to assure project deliverables and other work are producedtimely and outcomes are achievedin accordance with established protocols and procedures. TheCI Engineer will alsofacilitate assigned team activities such as team meetings, kaizen events, and project deliverables. 

• Expert consultant to project teams andplant management on program decisions, strategy, design, and analysis methods, and if needed, leads investigation (with collaboration from internal and/or external experts) to support process improvement efforts. 

• Investigate and innovate withnew technologies that promote Continuous Improvement behaviors,eliminate waste, and improve efficiency. Work closely and collaboratively with teams.  

• Provides thought leadership andparticipates in division process improvement programs.  

Growth 

• This position will help grow revenue and profitability by improving quality and lead times that willadd value for our customers. This position is accountable for improvements in associate engagement, safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity. 

People 

• Responsible for attracting,retaining and growth of themanufacturing levelcontinuousimprovementresources. 

• Oversee the growth and development ofcontinuous improvement trainees at all levels across thesite. 

• Highly involved in increasing the engagement of our associates across thesite. 

• Have superior leadership abilities; able to develop andestablish long-term relationships 

• Demonstrate andmaintain clear, effective written and verbal communications at the individual anddivisional level –maintain transparency and clarity of the business plan, short term initiatives, and how individual employees support each.   

Drive Results 

• Document activities and develop feedback report to communicate project outcomes and/or findings and activities to collaborators and othersinvolved. 

Requirements 

• This position must have a passion fora continuous improvement culture; have the presence and leadershiprequired to enact plant and divisional change; be approachable yet demanding;possess exceptional ability to coach internal and external teams.  

• Proven extensive use of Kaizen, Leader Standard Work and Standard Work, 5S tools. 

• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with attention to detail. 

• Proven ability to work on several projects simultaneously and under tight schedules. 

• Knowledge of data collection and interpretation; blackbelt preferred  

• Experience in project management, associated principles, and tools are preferred. 

• Tenacity toaccomplish tasks, follow-through, and meet deadlines. 

•  Leads change management efforts to ensure seamless, flawless execution and engage support fromdivisional leadership to the process level. 

• Partners withkey stakeholders to develop detailed, comprehensive execution strategies and plans. 

• Develops and supports productive relationships with business partners 

• Bachelor’s degree withadditional training, experience, anddemonstrated capability  

Competencies 

• Drive Results 

• Plan & Organize 

• Influence Others 

• Coach & Develop 

• Build Trusting Relationships 

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