The Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist is responsible for leading loss elimination within an MSE team and is critical to supporting all MSE pillars, specifically FMOS and AM. The CI Specialist is expected to develop the operating teams’ technical understanding and mastery of process control, area operation and to support all Daily Management Systems (DMS) owners. CI Specialists are an integral part of the FMOS CP2/DDS meetings and owns integrity of data systems and leads process definition to identify Centerline targets and document standards. They also develop control strategies to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations, analyze line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities, lead root cause problem solving efforts on key chronic losses for their area of responsibility, and coach teams on Centerline DMS execution and problem-solving skills. CI Specialists must effectively facilitate team meetings; communicate issues within an area and across shifts, and follow-up on actions. CI Specialists should be considered subject matter experts on the functional – technical aspects of their equipment and AM Pillar DMS’s.

This role will require 100% on-site.

What are we looking for?

Minimum

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply, Business, or technical field of study OR Associates Degree in Engineering, Supply, Business, or technical field of study with at least 2 years’ experience in a TPM manufacturing environment OR 4 years’ experience in manufacturing at TPM manufacturing
• Proficient in MS Office
• Demonstrated excellent mechanical/technical aptitude
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Clear ability to relate to and motivate people
• Analysis of data to drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operation
• Demonstrated success influencing/leading others

Preferred

• Certified Trainer: Demonstrated capability to effectively train associates
• Provides clear effective coaching and feedback: process & performance
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills (Six-Sigma, Green Belt, etc.)

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Implement new and improved products, processes, systems, methodologies, and packaging
• Develop and implement financial and quality continuous improvements through the application of CI instruments
• Leverage standard run conditions to develop statistical process control settings and ranges
• Perform AM DMS Health Checks. Take action on identified Line Health Check gaps.
• Understanding for the AM DMS’s (Centerline - CL, Clean Inspect Lubricate - CIL, Abnormality Handling - AH, and 5S) and Changeover Daily Management Systems for the line organization.
• Leads process to identify Centerline targets and document standards.
• Develops control strategies and decision rules to enable operators to respond to out-of-control situations and improve line efficiencies.
• Collaborates with line associates and technical group on improvement recommendations.
• Provides regular, ongoing communication with line associates and line managers on status of identified losses and improvement activities.
• Works with Production Leader and team to ensure that all Line and Departmental metrics are achieved.
• Drive safety, quality and efficiency measures through proactive problem-solving resolution, follow-up and follow through.
• Train and develop associates, building team capability in areas of expertise.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.