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Continuous Improvement Specialist

5 Star Recruitment
Geneva, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/4/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/29/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Job purpose The Continuous Improvement Specialist will be responsible for the overall OEE and lean improvements measures across the Operations Departments. They will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of their assigned area in OEE and Lean improvements. This role will act as liaison for all process improvements as it relates to Packaging, Quality, Engineering and Compounding. Main tasks & responsibilities

Ensure a safe work environment for all employees, allowing quality production with optimal efficiency. Performs risk analysis on processes and job functions.

Deliver production requirements according to schedule and plan through coaching and mentoring operators both real-time on the floor and providing thought leadership feedback during review periods.

Drive the improvements in performance through OEE data, interpretation, live floor experience - driving Lean process initiatives as set forth by Plant Leadership.

Creates and oversees standardized production procedures and develops process work instructions; must maintain the work instructions as the business grows.

Assesses plan and equipment requirements and machinery layout to create an optimized workflow.

Closing the open areas of Work Instructions and SOPs on new products and equipment as it is being started or brought into the manufacturing facility.

Develops best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.

Incorporates 5s 1 Methodology in process methods and lean manufacturing systems.

Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor and material costs, estimating future costs.

Develops programs for activity concentration on specific functions resulting in improvements. E.g., project management for efficiency and yield increases.

Monitor all established quality and quantity specifications for compliance before use in processing. Assist maintenance and engineering with the system operation, PMs and upgrades.

Collaborates with Colleagues on issues like cost projections and reduction, work with engineering team to develop, configure, and optimize manufacturing processes from inception through start-up and on-going production by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.

1. Drive the improvements in performance through OEE data, interpretation, live floor experience - driving Lean process initiatives as set forth by Plant Leadership.

2. Creates and oversees standardized production procedures and develops process work instructions; must maintain the work instructions as the business grows. Closing the open areas of Work Instructions and SOPs on new products and equipment as it is being started or brought into the manufacturing facility.

3. Assesses plan and equipment requirements and machinery layout to create an optimized workflow for operators.

4. Develops best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output.

5. Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor and material costs, estimating future costs.

6. Act as a key figure in site KPI tracking, monitoring, and reporting, specifically related to productivity, OEE, and Reliability.

7. Collaborates with Colleagues on issues like cost projections and reduction, work with engineering team to develop, configure, and optimize manufacturing processes from inception through start-up and on-going production by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.

Required Citizenship / Work Permit / Visa Status

US Citizen , Greencard or TN Visa

Must-Haves

  • BS / BA & 1 Years in a Manufacturing Environment
  • Experience / General Understanding of Manufacturing Concepts such as Continuous Improvement, LEAN, or Six Sigma

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