Continuous Improvement Specialist

Dometic; Sparta (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Dometic in Sparta, TN is seeking a passionate Continuous Improvement Specialist to enhance operational efficiencies. This role involves analyzing performance data, leading improvement projects, and implementing lean methodologies to optimize processes.

The ideal candidate will have a background in engineering or business with at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing, particularly in continuous improvement. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence in the mobile living industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Review operations performance data for improvements.
• Champion Dometic Production System (DPS).
• Supervise improvement projects and ensure timely implementations.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or diploma in Engineering, Operations, or Business

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications. Our Marine organization provides innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we strive to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are on a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Continuous Improvement Specialist. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will work in Sparta, TN.

Responsibilities

• Review operations performance data (e.g., labor productivity, variable overhead costs, first pass yield) to determine areas requiring improvement; consult with Manager and Supervisors to determine potential improvement activities.
• Champion Dometic Production System (DPS).
• Analyze areas needing improvement and determine potential solutions.
• Supervise improvement projects, monitor, and report on project status; ensure process improvement projects are implemented on time.
• Work with Manager and Supervisors to implement and maintain Standardized Work; conduct time studies and optimize line balance.
• Analyze and optimize flow of material in the plant; create, update, and maintain plant layout drawings.
• Develop and implement solutions based on Lean Six Sigma, including tools such as 5S, Kanban, VSM, Kaizen, and PFMEA.
• Work closely with Supervisors daily to implement solutions to operational issues (health and safety, quality, and output).
• Be involved with new product launches.
• Communicate complex information to end users both one-on-one and in group presentations, ensuring information is understood and enacted.
• Train and educate the organization and implement continuous improvement methodologies to meet operation and production requirements.

What we offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Company-defined holidays and two floating holidays
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our products
• Opportunities to make an impact

Qualifications

A suitable background would be solid experience within Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing, as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Operations or Business, or a suitable combination of experience and education.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment in lean, continuous improvement, efficiency improvement, manufacturing cost reduction, process flow, plant layout, and new product launches.
• Experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement/Operational Excellence.
• Lean or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent would be considered an asset.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office programs including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and PowerPoint; ability to learn other applications quickly.

Skills, competencies & characteristics

• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work respectfully with a wide range of people from different cultures and educational backgrounds at all levels of a company.
• Able to drive change while maintaining good working relationships.
• Leading and managing change; inspire, engage and promote innovation and continuous improvement.
• Able to teach, guide, coach and mentor.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma philosophy, system and tools, and implementation.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong sense of urgency and proactive problem solving.
• Not happy with the status quo; constantly sees opportunities for improvement.
• Strong analytical skills, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Quick learner, flexible, and able to think creatively when needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values — Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change, and We walk the talk. These values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is committed to building an inclusive and equitable working environment that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.