Lean Manufacturing Consultant

1 week ago


Midland, Texas, United States Lufkin Industries Full time
Continuous Improvement Specialist - Lufkin Industries
  • Corporate Job Title
    • Continuous Improvement Specialist - Lufkin Industries
  • Reporting Relationships
    • This position reports directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager
  • Position Overview
    • The Continuous Improvement Specialist plays a pivotal role in spearheading and supporting initiatives aimed at enhancing operational processes throughout the organization. This position emphasizes the identification of inefficiencies, thorough analysis of operations, and the implementation of strategies designed to boost productivity, quality, and overall efficiency. The specialist collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and to ensure the attainment of operational excellence.
  • Key Responsibilities
    • Maintain and enhance safety, environmental, and quality policies, processes, and procedures.
    • Effectively communicate and embody the company's philosophy of continuous improvement to foster a culture of enhancement across all operational areas.
    • Serve as a change agent across various teams and levels of leadership, challenging existing processes, proposing innovative ideas, and driving transformative change.
    • Design, sustain, and refine processes that enhance performance, lower costs, and elevate quality, while clearly articulating objectives and control plans to relevant teams.
    • Provide coaching to individuals and teams in conducting structured meetings and applying effective problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, A3, and 4C.
    • Develop and implement training programs focused on lean manufacturing principles and culture across various operational units.
  • Essential Skills
    • Analytical Proficiency: Strong capability to analyze data and processes to pinpoint inefficiencies and opportunities for enhancement.
    • Project Management Expertise: Proven experience in overseeing projects from initiation to completion, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
    • Detail Orientation: Exceptional attention to detail to ensure precision in data analysis and process documentation, with the ability to identify minor issues that could escalate if unaddressed.
    • Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to effectively convey ideas, present findings, and lead training sessions, engaging with employees at all organizational levels.
    • Team Collaboration: Strong ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and promote a collaborative work environment, demonstrating openness to feedback and willingness to incorporate diverse perspectives.
    • Leadership and Influence: Ability to lead improvement initiatives and inspire others to embrace change, motivating team members towards shared objectives.
  • Qualifications
    • Education: Demonstrated knowledge in relevant Continuous Improvement disciplines.
    • Experience: A minimum of 1-3 years in roles focused on process improvement, continuous improvement, or change management. Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.
    • Project Management: Experience managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, with a strong attention to detail and self-starter mentality.
    • Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time management capabilities.
    • Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing, production, or similar operational settings is advantageous.


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