Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

At Chromalox, part of Spirax Group, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we do it better and have been doing it longer than anyone else.

Chromalox started with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

That pioneering, innovative spirit continues today. Built on opportunity and innovation, Chromalox has grown to serve more global markets and industries. We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

As the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will join our LaVergne Plant and support for continuous improvement of manufacturing processes; develops and initiates standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Plans and directs continuous improvement activities in support of development, application, and maintenance of quality standards.

Your Responsibilities:

• Identifies, develops and implements continuous improvement projects to improve operating efficiencies, reduce scrap, increase throughput and eliminate waste while ensuring safety and quality performance are achieved.
• Utilizes Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to drive a culture of continuous improvement.
• Works collaboratively with all departments in the development and implementation of lean principles accurately identifying and documenting improvements.
• Participates in the development of continuous improvement metrics, lean strategy and execution plans.
• Provides guidance to employees, facilitates events utilizing Kaizen, Lean and Six Sigma tools to drive improvements across all business functions using appropriate measurement, analysis and evaluation methods.
• Monitors, tracks, and reports on the progress of planned improvement events and implementation to ensure timely action, appropriate support, and achievement of expected benefits and results.
• Develops and implements methods and procedures for disposition of discrepant material, and devises methods to assess cost and responsibility.
• Directs workers engaged in measuring, testing, and tabulating data concerning quality and reliability.
• Develops and implements training for continuous improvement and related quality control activities.
• Recommends revisions and updates for standard operating procedures and work instructions as needed.
• Develops quality control and inspection test plans as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University; and/or a minimum of 5 years directly related training and/or experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to build teams, collaborate with subject matter experts (SME) to influence outcomes; demonstrated record of implementing and inspiring a continuous improvement culture.
• Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interface across shared services, functional areas and business operations at all levels of the organization using strong communication, collaboration, facilitation and influencing skills.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications, and skills including but not limited to Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Work requires continual attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• ASQ Quality Assurance Engineer and Six Sigma certification preferred