Continuous Improvement Specialist

MATTR

Fairfield (OH)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage with

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long‑Ten

Wellness incentives

Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts on fitness, shopping &Travel

Job summary

MATTR is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive operational excellence at our Ohio facility. This hands-on role partners with manufacturing, quality, engineering, maintenance and supply chain to identify, prioritize and execute improvements that boost safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

You will lead Lean Six Sigma projects, run Kaizen events, analyze data with Excel and Power BI, and sustain standard work, 5S and value stream mapping.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Technology, Business, or related field.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
3 to 7 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or continuous improvement.
Demonstrated success leading Lean or Six Sigma projects within a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing projects from identification through successful implementation.

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Execute Kaizen events, waste elimination activities, and process improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, capacity, safety, and cost performance.
Implement sustainable solutions and verify achievement of targeted results.
Monitor project progress and communicate outcomes to site leadership.
Facilitate root cause analysis using DMAIC, A3, 5 Why, Fishbone, and Pareto tools.
Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvements.
Partner with operations teams to reduce scrap, downtime, and variation.
Support data-driven decision-making to improve performance.
Sustain Lean practices including 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, VSM, TPM, Daily Management.
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and best practices.
Conduct audits and assessments to ensure improvements are sustainable.
Train employees and leaders on Lean principles and tools.
Facilitate workshops and improvement events.
Encourage engagement and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Track project savings and performance metrics; maintain project pipeline.
Present recommendations and results to site leadership.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Data interpretation

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Facilitation

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Equivalent combination of education and experience

3-7 years of experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement

TPM Certification

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Mattr delivers advanced material technologies and complex manufacturing expertise. Through a portfolio of brands, we offer highly engineered solutions, technology and products to support infrastructure markets worldwide.

DSG-Canusa has been developing and producing high-quality heat shrink tubing, cold-applied accessories and heat shrink equipment for over 50 years. Driven by our long-term commitment to the research and development of outstanding materials, products and technologies, our mission is to lead the industry in manufacturing superior heat and cold shrink products that meet CGA, UL and other industry approved certifications. We proudly manufacture in Europe, North America, and China to provide strong regional and global supply chain options for our customers.

Summary

The Continuous Improvement Specialist is a hands-on change agent responsible for driving operational excellence through the application of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies. This role partners with manufacturing, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to identify, prioritize, and execute initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance. Success in this role is measured through the implementation of sustainable improvements that enhance operational performance and support a culture of continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Execute Kaizen events, waste elimination activities, and process improvement initiatives.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, capacity, safety, and cost performance.
Implement sustainable solutions and verify achievement of targeted results.
Monitor project progress and communicate outcomes to site leadership.
Facilitate root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools such as DMAIC, A3 Problem Solving, 5 Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagrams, and Pareto Analysis.
Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
Partner with operations teams to reduce scrap, downtime, and process variation.
Support data-driven decision-making that improves operational performance
Support and sustain Lean Manufacturing practices including 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, TPM, and Daily Management Systems.
Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures and best practices.
Conduct audits and assessments to ensure compliance and sustainability of improvements.
Train employees and leaders on Lean principles and continuous improvement tools.
Facilitate workshops and improvement events.
Encourage employee engagement and support continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Track and report project savings and operational performance metrics.
Maintain the continuous improvement project pipeline and status reporting.
Present recommendations, updates, and results to site leadership.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing Technology, Business, or a related field.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
3 to 7 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, or continuous improvement.
Demonstrated success leading Lean or Six Sigma projects within a manufacturing environment.
Experience managing projects from identification through successful implementation.

Preferred Certifications

TPM Certification

Required Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques.
Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
Ability to influence and drive change without direct authority.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and Microsoft Office Suite.

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