Continuous Improvement Coordinator - West Warwick, RI

VetJobs; West Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VetJobs is hiring a Continuous Improvement Coordinator for the West Warwick, RI plant. This on-site role leads lean initiatives, deploys CI culture, and drives standard work across production areas to reduce waste and variability.

The ideal candidate will have a High School/GED and experience with Six Sigma/Lean, strong communication, and problem-solving skills to mentor Kaizen teams and sustain CI programs.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required; experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience sustaining CI initiatives and Kaizen events.

Responsibilities

• Establish, train, and implement new processes that remove waste and reduce variation using lean tools and principles.
• Share and standardize best practices across the operation.
• Identify and remove barriers to CI implementation.
• Lead and mentor Kaizen activities and follow-up actions.
• Develop and provide CI tools, materials, and training.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Develop KPI tracking for OEE, C/O's, and performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem solving

Six Sigma

Lean methodology

CI tools

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is 'On-Site' at the location detailed in the job post.

Join our team as a Continuous Improvement Coordinator. The CI Coordinator leads the implementation of continuous improvement methodologies to help the business achieve its goals and objectives. Will develop and deploy lean knowledge, culture, principles, tools and techniques across the facility. This role is replacing someone who was recently promoted. Exceptional leadership and company culture along with advancement opportunities.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Responsibilities

• Establish, train, and implement new processes that remove waste and reduce variation using lean tools and principles.
• Share and standardize best practices across the operation.
• Helps identify and remove barriers to implementation of Continuous Improvement (CI) processes.
• Lead and mentor team defined Kaizen activities. Assists with the necessary follow-up actions to close out "to do" action items after Kaizen Events.
• Possesses knowledge of CI and helps develop and provide CI tools, materials, and training.
• Capable of influencing, getting cooperation, and action from others without having direct control. Ability to effectively communicate, work, and relate with people at all levels of the organization.
• Incorporation and effective utilization of Lean Tools and TWI (Training within Industry) employee development techniques within all Value Streams, support activities, and administrative functions. Lead and direct development and auditing of Job Instruction writing and Standard Work development.
• Develop and monitor performance tracking KPI's i.e. OEE, C/O's etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Preferred Experience

• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) with ability to communicate at all organizational levels.
• Six Sigma and Lean Methodology knowledge and or training
• Strong Computer Skills - Microsoft Office, Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of Distribution/ Production lines/Manufacturing experience
• Strong organization and record keeping skills and solid understanding of safety policies and procedures
• Problem solving skills with the ability to drive resolution

Compensation - $46,000-$62,000 base salary and quarterly profit-sharing bonus. This role will be on-site at the West Warwick Plant.

City*

West Warwick

State*

Rhode Island

Job_Category

Operations

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Worthington Enterprises