Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer
Core
Leading the implementation of operational process improvements and eliminating waste across manufacturing or distribution facilities using Lean principles and the Generac Manufacturing System.
Role type
Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer (IC)
Builds
Operational efficiency and waste reduction solutions for manufacturing/distribution value streams
Domain
Manufacturing operations / Lean engineering
Required skills
Lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving), GMS implementation, complex problem solving, standard work development, coaching and mentoring, strategic planning, best practice facilitation
Preferred skills
Flow principles, Kanban, Plan for Every Part (PFEP), project leadership
Technologies
Generac Manufacturing System (GMS), KPIs
Responsibilities
Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and GMS; Develop, document, and implement standard work; Mentor facility team members in Lean principles; Participate in corporate Continuous Improvement team programs; Facilitate information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC