Sr. Continuous Improvement Technician

Kohler Co.; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 420.000 - 540.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kohler Reynosa seeks a results-driven Lean/CI professional to lead improvement programs, Kaizen events, and cost-saving initiatives across production and administrative areas. You will guide teams using lean tools, develop root cause analyses, and ensure sustained 5S, standard work, and visual controls.

Ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in industrial engineering with 3+ years in manufacturing, strong English, and proficiency in Microsoft Office to document benefits, track metrics, and share

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with OPEX (Operational Excellence), and leading continuous improvement projects (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Kaizen events in administrative and production areas.
• Lead improvement and cost-saving projects.
• Lead Value Stream Maps (VSM) activities and track action plan.
• Develop Root cause Analysis to solve problems.
• Educate employees on Kohler Systems, tools and techniques.
• Coordinate and synchronize site level Kohler goals and initiatives.
• Oversee 5S, Visual Controls, Standard Work and Kaizen systems.

Conocimientos

Analytic thinking

Quality system knowledge

Lean tools knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Lean techniques

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Location: Kohler. Reynosa, Tams.

BASIC FUNCTION

Reporting to CI-Coordinator this position will develop Lean culture and drive teams using lean tools to meet goals and objectives that have a positive impact on the Company.

Lead Kaizen events in administrative and production areas and lead improvement and cost-saving projects.

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact projects from initiation to closure, applying best practices in scope, schedule and risk management.
• Support the Project Portfolio ensuring prioritization and alignment with business objectives.
• Facilitates Kohler training programs, Kaizen events and other Kohler initiatives.
• Educates employees on Kohler Systems, tools and techniques helping to form a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Identifies and leverages best practices within the local site. Documents lessons learned and incorporated it into local sites as appropriate.
• Monitor Ideas Program to ensure timely and proper documentation.
• Conduct Kaizen events focused on metrics that impact Goals.
• Lead Value Stream Maps (VSM) activities and track action plan.
• Analyze OEE and collaborate with support teams to track results and action item.
• Develop Root cause Analysis to solve problems.
• Perform OBC pillar chart analysis to drive productivity projects.
• Conduct Gemba walks to identify opportunities.
• Manages Kohler systems and tools to improve business performance.
• Coordinates and synchronizes site level Kohler goals and initiatives. Provides documentation of results and benefits achieved.
• Responsible for the oversight, development, training, implementing, and sustaining of the plant’s Lean Culture including, 5S, Visual Controls, Standard Work and Kaizen systems.

RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACS

Supervisory Relationships:

• CI- Coordinator

Organization Relationships

• Frequent contact with all Departments of Kohler Reynosa and Managers

Education And Experience Requirements

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skills is valid. However, we prefer the following:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field.
• Work experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with OPEX (Operation Excelence), and leading continuous improvement projects (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma).
• Proficiency in Microsoft office.
• Competencies: Analytic thinking, quality system knowledge, Lean tools knowledge.
• Skills: Problem solving, communication, lean techniques, leadership.
• Language: English.

Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

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