What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Specialist position at Otis?
Date Posted:
2025-03-31
Country:
United States of America
Location:
OT325: NSP - BLOOMFIELD, CT 212 WEST NEWBERRY RD, BLOOMFIELD, CT, 06002 USA
The Continuous Improvement Specialist will be responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall manufacturing performance in the Fixtures department. This role involves analyzing current processes, gathering turnback and change notice data, implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and leading cross-functional teams in problem-solving initiatives.
The Continuous Improvement Specialist will lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes, quality and efficiency of our production lines.
The role will include but is not limited to:
- Gather Turnback and Change Notice data
- Take the lead on all Change Notices (both internal and external) for the Fixtures Organization
- Analyze and map current workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions
- Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process improvement workshops
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure improvement success
- Collaborate with production, engineering and quality teams to implement best practices
- Document and report on project progress, cost savings and operations impact
On a typical day you will:
- Manage Turnbacks received in our Manufacturing Tracking System, and gather data for improvements
- Process, document, manage and coordinate all Change Notices received from our customers, as well as internal to our organization
- Analyze the data gathered, and create improvement projects for our technicians, office personnel and our partners in other departments
This role will have a major impact on the future of the organization as we continue to transition into a new Manufacturing Tracking System. The Continuous Improvement Specialist will work onsite in the Otis Fixtures department. They will be expected to interact with individuals from our team as well as our customers in other departments and possibly the end users in our field offices.
What You Will Need to be Successful:
What You Will Need to be Successful:
- 2 Years of experience in continuous improvement, process engineering, or operational excellence within a manufacturing environment is preferred
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Office Suite
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