Lean Manufacturing Consultant

2 weeks ago


Ponca City, Oklahoma, United States Ponca City Development Authority Full time
Job Overview:
The Continuous Improvement Agent plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless operation of production processes aimed at meeting customer expectations while striving to enhance profitability and productivity through effective process refinement. This position also contributes to the development of maintenance strategies to guarantee equipment reliability and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the production team in project planning and execution.
  • Identify and propose opportunities for efficiency enhancements.
  • Assist supervisors in the adoption of innovative work practices and the onboarding of new team members.
  • Engage in optimization workshops to share established methodologies.
  • Conduct audits and document observations from the field.
  • Monitor employee training and adherence to work methods and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Educate and guide staff on Lean principles, techniques, and applications.
  • Oversee plant-level Lean initiatives to maximize resource utilization and reduce waste.
  • Perform time and motion studies, as well as utilize value stream mapping and process charting to define and validate production benchmarks.
  • Execute additional responsibilities as required.
Qualifications:
  • 6 to 9 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
  • 2 to 3 years of experience in Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented.
  • Able to collaborate effectively with all levels of staff while maintaining a positive demeanor.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing standards and process principles.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to walk the production floor for up to six hours daily.
  • Regularly requires standing, squatting, bending, and reaching throughout the workday.
  • Good hand-eye coordination and capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Occasional lifting and twisting, with weights up to 20 to 30 lbs.


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