Continuous Improvement Specialist

WEG; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pleasant work environment

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Job summary

WEG Electric Corp. in Duluth, GA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to support their Continuous Improvement Department by training internal staff on World Class Manufacturing and Six Sigma programs. Responsibilities include coordinating training sessions, leading process improvement initiatives, and collaborating with global departments. A Bachelor's degree and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification are preferred. The company offers a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience defining and solving problems using quality tools.
• Experience driving process improvements with lean tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and drive key process improvement initiatives.
• Lead training sessions with Continuous Improvement Champions.
• Facilitate training on WMS Office and Lean Six Sigma tools.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Project Management experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Quality tools and methodologies

Lean tools and methodologies

Job description

About The Role

WEG Electric Corp. offers a Continuous Improvement Specialist position in Duluth, GA. The role supports the Continuous Improvement Department by training internal staff on World Class Manufacturing and Six Sigma programs adapted to the office environment. Responsibilities include coordinating and leading training sessions with Continuous Improvement Champions, coaching project teams, and partnering with the Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma Departments at our global headquarters.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Continuous Improvement Manager to identify and drive key process improvement initiatives to increase process efficiencies.
• Apply understanding of customers, products, and processes to support business problem analysis and determine the best methodology to resolve issues.
• Partner with the WEG global Continuous Improvement Department to learn our internal tool, WMS Office, based on technical and managerial pillars of World Class Manufacturing.
• Lead Kaizen events and WMS Office projects as assigned by the Continuous Improvement Manager.
• Promote the growth of Continuous Improvement capabilities across the organization by facilitating training on WMS Office and Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Act as a process management coach by integrating Lean principles to help process owners and key stakeholders align problem solving and improvement project outcomes with company goals.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Education

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent work experience may be considered.

Knowledge / Training

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience defining and solving problems using quality tools and methodologies including Ishikawa diagrams, 5 Whys, 5W2H, PDCA, and DMAIC.
• Experience driving process improvements with lean tools and methodologies including Value Stream Mapping, SIPOC, and Kaizen.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across all levels in the organization.
• Project Management experience a plus.
• Electrical/Mechanical/Technical background a plus but not required.

Experience

• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

We offer a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation, and a full benefits package.

Additional Information

Must be authorized to work in the United States. WEG does not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

WEG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran status, or other protected status.