Continuous Improvement (Plant CI) Specialist

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage 19–24 USD

Bonus up to 2.86 per hour for targets

Night shift premium $2.50 per hour

Attendance bonus up to $400-1500

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Promotional opportunities

Full-time permanent position

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is seeking a hands-on team member to support breakthrough value stream kaizen events, collect baseline data, map processes, and drive practical problem-solving initiatives. You’ll update standard operating sheets, standard work packets, and TPMs, while auditing Kaizens and process controls to ensure continuous improvement.

You will interact with diverse management levels to identify issues, support standard operations, and help maintain focus on quality, on-time

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in prep work for kaizen events including data collection and process mapping.
• Facilitate problem-solving initiatives and go-gets following MasterBrand Way.
• Manage SOPs, standard work packets, TPMs and related documents.
• Audit Kaizens, standard processes, and visual controls as directed.
• Interact with multiple management levels to resolve issues in standard operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

High school or equivalent

Associate degree or higher preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description: Responsibilities:

Assist in prep work for breakthrough value stream kaizen events including baseline data collection, time observations and process mapping as assigned. Participate in and Facilitate Practical Problem-Solving Initiatives and Kaizen Event/Bursts/Go-gets following MasterBrand Way as needed. Manage Standard operations documents including creation and updating of Standard Operating Sheets (SOS), standard work packets and TPMs among other documents. Audit Kaizens, Standard Processes, Standard Work, LPA, and DM Boards as directed. Interacts with multiple layers of management in identification and resolution of any issues that may arise during standard operations creations and update. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Specialized Knowledge:

Exhibit knowledge of the Masterbrand’s 4 Basics; Safe and Clean Workplace, Quality at or above expectations, complete on time delivery and Fashionable products at fair price MBS tools: Time observations, 5Whys, Process Mapping, TPM, Standard Work, LSW etc. Knowledge of Workplace Organization and Visual Controls (6S) Microsoft Office experience (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Special Skills and Abilities:

Is a change agent that challenges existing processes that create waste and non-value-add work. Ability to influence, motivate, mentor, coach and teach to get results through others. Self-driven/motivated and be able to manage multiple tasks (Multitask) Works well both as a team and as an individual Time management, complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal direction Strong communication and negotiation skills; ability to lead multi-functional work teams to consensus. Strong analytical and business judgment including demonstrated problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills. Must be flexible and have ability to take on broader assignments for additional development opportunities. Well-developed Organizational skills for managing & executing projects to expected results.

Education:

High school or equivalent, associate degree or higher preferred.

Why should you apply to MasterBrand?

• $19- $24/hour for hourly positions that require no degree or special training
• Bonus Up to maximum of $2.86 per hour for every hour worked for meeting Safety, quality and efficiency targets
• $2.50 per hour night shift premium if assigned to the night shift
• $400-Perfect attendance bonus opportunities and up to $1500 for referring other qualified candidates
• Paid time off for holidays, vacation time, funeral leaves
• Tuition assistance to pursue extended education (beyond high school)
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance at a very low cost
• Many opportunities to demonstrate potential for promotions to quality, safety, continuous improvement, lead or supervision positions
• Full-time, permanent positions that could provide for you and a family for a career time

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].

About the Job:

Each day, you will start your shift with an all-hands meeting to discuss production goals for the day, safety, and other plant matters. Together with your teammates, you will manufacture or assemble cabinets or cabinet components to meet or exceed production goals while keeping our Four Basics in Mind Safe and Clean Workplace Quality at or above expectations Complete on-time delivery Fashionable products at a fair price

MasterBrand isn't just a cabinet company - we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together.

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home.

Building Great Experiences Together

• We aim for opportunity, purpose and reward in our associates' experience all within an organization where our associates can thrive.
• We work hard to create an environment that keeps people safe, values their unique experiences and perspectives, and fosters collaboration and belonging.
• We are committed to supporting the well-being of our associates and the communities in which we operate.

Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.