Director of Continuous Improvement

3 days ago


Warren, Massachusetts, United States CIRCOR International Full time
Job Title: Director of Continuous Improvement

Job Summary:

The Director of Continuous Improvement will lead and manage the lean transformation journey at CIRCOR International. This role will cultivate and maintain a lean culture using various continuous improvement tools to achieve world-class manufacturing performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Warren team in its pursuit of improved lean manufacturing via continuous Kaizen activities
  • Create an innovative atmosphere and leverage cross-functional skills and expertise to rapidly address questions and issues on the floor
  • Support operations in the creation and management of Standard Work Instructions
  • Develop metrics and dashboard measures to include the entire operations population in understanding key performance indicators and necessary actions to improve KPIs
  • Work with supervisors to identify and prioritize improvement initiatives to achieve business results using best practice Process Management tools
  • Coach, facilitate, or lead advanced improvement events, including Value Stream Mapping of complex value streams, Kaizens, and projects
  • Serve as an internal change agent to institutionalize Lean methodology to support the business strategy plan
  • Provide training and coaching in Lean production, process knowledge, and management tools
  • Lead and support problem-solving sessions using the appropriate tools for sustainable results
  • Identify patterns of success and replicate throughout the operation
  • Support the Operations team in coaching individuals in key roles to develop proficiency by leveraging formal training, improvement events, and mentoring

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in Six Sigma, Toyota Production System, and Lean Process improvement tools
  • Direct experience with Process Improvement
  • Demonstrated Analytical Thinking skills
  • Designing and facilitating Manufacturing projects
  • Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations
  • Ability to compile data, analyze data, and formulate improvement initiatives
  • Strong team building skills and the ability to facilitate team-based initiatives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, business process improvement knowledge
  • Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Teacher and Coaching mentality
  • Advanced project management skills
  • Manufacturing operations process and tools

Education and/or Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree in any Engineering Discipline (Mechanical, Science, Technology, Electrical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering) or equivalent experience of 5 years or more
  • 10+ years leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization
  • Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certified a plus

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