Continuous Improvement Analyst

·          Support the Company’s mission, vision and values in performance of daily activities.

·          Develop and drive the development of departmental strategic goals and identify and track key measurable to support the department goals.

·         Develop, lead and implement cost reduction plans to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.

·         Develop, lead and implement process improvement initiatives and activities throughout the plant to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.

·         Review and measure manufacturing methods, technology application and workflow processes and apply lean/continuous improvement application skills.

·         Responsible for working with the various departments to plan, execute, monitor and continuously improve plant and corporate objectives.

·         Provide support and guidance to all departments in the application of lean/continuous improvement manufacturing techniques.

·         Monitor the effectiveness of the Tower Automotive Production System, anticipate problems, implement corrective action and develop adjustments to the system.

·         Develop, implement and monitor verification methods to ensure team members are gaining knowledge from the training and that the continuous improvement activities are sustainable long term.

·          Track, monitor and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.

·         Direct and drive the utilization of problem solving methods for related plant and customer issues.

·          Assist with plant activities to achieve customer cost reductions goals.

·          Provide active leadership role in meeting / exceeding customer expectations in all related areas.

·          Utilize teamwork to develop plant synergy.

·          Support plant activities towards achieving customer awards and Quality registrations (ex. TS 16949, ISO 14001, Pentastar, etc.)

·          Interface with customers and suppliers as appropriate.

·          Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required procedures in performing daily activities and hold direct reports accountable for enforcement.

·          Provide leadership essential to maintaining safety as a fundamental priority in plant based activities.

·          Responsible for ensuring the entire team has the necessary training, tools and materials to properly perform their roles safely and efficiently.

·          Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized, and to verify individual usage of personal protective equipment by the entire work team.

·          Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.

·          Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the plant.

·          Adherence to all company policies & procedures (ex. Quality Policy Manual, Colleague Handbook, Level II Procedures, etc).

·         Bachelor’s Degree in business related field, prefer manufacturing, engineering or quality.

·         Minimum of three (3) years experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in a metals environment preferred, or a combination of degree and experience.

·         Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.

·          Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.

·         Specialized knowledge and the ability to train and mentor others in formal problem solving techniques such as Kaizen, value stream mapping, JIT synchronous, SMED quick die change, etc.

·         Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.

·         Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.

·         Ability to work in a fast paced environment.

·         Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.

·         Ability to interpret financial and performance data.

·         Ability to work well with others in a team environment.

·         Proficient in Microsoft Office software.

·         Experience in quality and environmental measurables such as TS 16949 and ISO 14001.

·         Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

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