Continuous Improvement Project Manager jobs in Akron, MI

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT LEAD

Hourly payrate $31.26 per hour.

Duties and Responsibilities of the Continuous Improvement Lead include:

· Responsible for driving Continuous Improvement strategies and principles throughout the Plant

· Ability to apply Continuous Improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and LEAN to systematically eliminate waste and reduce process variation

· Ensures effective collaboration and communication to keep plant leadership apprised of program status

· Ensure projects are integrated with other business activities, improvement projects and business strategy

· Coordinates Continuous Improvement project within the Plant

· Positions Continuous Improvement initiatives throughout the Plant by fostering strong collaboration which includes working effectively with cross functional teams

· Effectively develop, analyze and improve the LEAN management system

· Executes and trains others to execute Continuous Improvement activities such as A3’s, Gemba Walks, Reflection Meetings, Kaizen, 5S

· Track, monitor and report metrics associated with Reflection Board and Continuous Improvement action plan

· Assist in efforts for Project Home improvements

· Lead efforts in 5S improvements

· Serves as a coach and catalyst to develop a Continuous Improvement culture

Qualifications:

· Able to attend and apply Continuous Improvement Fundamentals Training

· Preference to those with previous Continuous Improvement experience

· A minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain or distribution is strongly preferred

· Demonstrated leadership potential, particularly around change management and building high functioning teams

· Strong business orientation, including financial, mathematical and statistical analysis skills

· Effective problem solver who is results oriented and able to foster support for change

· Proven organizational and project management skills

· Competent in Microsoft Office programs

· Must be proactive, analytical and process driven

· Able to inspire and motivate others

· Must be able to influence, negotiate and resolve conflicts to reach consensus around common goals

· Must be a people and results oriented individual who incorporates and emphasizes safety in all aspects of the daily work environment

Pay Rate: $31.26 (same as Maint 6, more than Oper 6, less than Prod Supervisor)

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran