Continuous Improvement Coordinator

4 weeks ago


Ames, United States BASF Corporation Full time

**Now hiring Continuous Improvement Coordinator**

We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Ames, IA.

Domestic relocation assistance available, if necessary.

**Come create chemistry with us**

BASF's Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator will design, implement, and sustain a Continuous Improvement process and culture at their assigned location(s). Areas of focus will include: Digitalization, Lean and Six Sigma, OpEx Measures, Sustainability, and Culture. The Continuous Improvement Coordinator will lead without formal authority, working with stakeholders from the shop floor to the Site Leadership Team. The Continuous Improvement Coordinator will align their activities with the strategic objectives of the Site (as part of the Site Leadership Team) as well as those of the broader APN Continuous Improvement Team to establish a level of consistency across the locations.

**As a Continuous Improvement Coordinator, you create chemistry by...**

+ Creating, implementing, and sustaining of Lean management systems on the shop floor, including: 5S, visual management, standard work, waste elimination, and continuous improvement.

+ Participating in or facilitating Site annual planning to align with the Site Development Plan.

+ Facilitating cross-functional improvement events (Kaizen, SMED, Root Cause Analysis, etc.) to eliminate waste and improve safety, efficiency, cost, and quality of production processes.

+ Conducting a needs assessment, creating use cases, and working with NA Digitalization and Site teams to identify applicable solutions and implement them.

+ Working with a cross-functional team, managing Site projects within the database to facilitate capital investment.

**If you have...**

+ Bachelors Degree required, preference with a focus in Engineering, Chemistry.

+ Minimum of 2 years in chemical manufacturing industry or other process-related manufacturing industry experience.

+ Demonstrated history of identifying and implementing improvements to technology, processes, equipment, or organizations.

+ Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred.

+ Leadership of process improvement events (Quality Circles, Kaizen, SMED, Root Cause Analysis) preferred.

+ Previous implementation of digitalization solutions (IIoT, Industry 4.0, industrial mobility, augmented reality, etc.) and experience in automation of either business or manufacturing processes preferred.

+ Previous ISO 50001 Energy Management or other energy management experience preferred.

+ Ability to travel up to 5% - domestically. Local day travel, as needed

**Create your own chemistry with you@BASF**

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. Its what we call **you@BASF** . We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

+ Flexible work arrangements whenever possible

+ Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options

+ Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members

+ Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)

+ Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages

+ Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive

+ Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.

+ Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens

+ Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more

**About us**

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

**Privacy statement**

BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact myhr@basf.com to report fraud.

**Equal employment opportunities**

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.



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