Continuous Improvement Specialist

Dover Corporation; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dover Corporation in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead Lean manufacturing initiatives aimed at enhancing safety, productivity, and quality in the manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of continuous improvement experience and a solid grounding in a manufacturing setting.

You will be responsible for coordinating improvement projects with engineering, conducting data analyses, and facilitating kaizen events while supporting training for employees in Lean methodologies. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years continuous improvement experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean manufacturing efforts to manage safety, productivity, and quality.
• Coordinate with Engineering on improvement projects.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Facilitate kaizen events for continuous improvement goals.
• Investigate issues related to performance KPIs.
• Support day-to-day performance goals.
• Provide leadership updates on project objectives.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement.
• Train and coach employees in Lean methodologies.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Self-driven

Education

2+ years continuous improvement experience

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Six Sigma Green Belt or higher

Job description

Location: Tulsa, OK, US 74146

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Implement and sustain continuous improvement activities and projects with functional teams for production and logistics in the plant. Perform other duties as per request within agreed job competences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead Lean manufacturing efforts to manage safety, productivity and quality.
• Coordinate with Engineering to assist in improvement projects to meet and exceed KPIs.
• Gather data and analyze manufacturing process and procedures.
• Facilitate kaizen events to support continuous improvement goals.
• Investigate issues related to gaps in performance KPIs.
• Support day‑to‑day performance goals in manufacturing and business processes.
• Provide leadership updates on project objectives, performance measures, issues and risks.
• Assist with establishing a culture of continuous improvement.
• Assist with training and coaching employees in Lean methodologies.
• Provide support for manufacturing personnel related to continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and instructions.
• Use PPE and safety equipment as required.
• Report unsafe conditions, equipment, or practices to supervisors immediately.
• Participate in safety training and drills.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to minimize hazards.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2+ years continuous improvement experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher and/or Lean‑Kaizen certification preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Good teamwork and exhibits a positive attitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and self‑driven.

Benefits: 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.