Continuous Improvement (ZEBS) Specialist

Elkay; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Health Savings Account

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Annual bonus eligibility

Educational reimbursement

ESOP/Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Continuous Improvement (ZEBS) Specialist to drive lean initiatives, implement ZEBS standards, and lead improvement projects across functions at the Freeport, IL site. You will apply Six Sigma tools, track progress, and ensure adherence to ZEBS roadmaps.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years in a process-based environment with lean/continuous improvement experience. Onsite work at the Freeport facility is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 4+ years of experience in a process-based environment with assignments in lean/continuous improvement.
• Proven track record of driving results.

Responsibilities

• Learn the ZEBS standards and apply the ZEBS Blueprint and lean practices.
• Support site initiatives to drive ZEBS adoption and associate participation.
• Document best practices and share across the organization.
• Facilitate daily management for ZEBS team across key metrics.
• Identify site solutions to minimize resource constraints.
• Facilitate lean processes per ZEBS implementation plan (training, standard work, 6S, VSM, problem solving, Kaizen).
• Lead the ZEBS continuous improvement program with prioritization of opportunities.
• Support Strategy Deployment by translating core deliverables to roadmaps.
• Facilitate systemic problem solving to address root causes.

Skills

Lean/continuous improvement

Results-driven

Problem solving

Resilience

Action oriented

Accountability

Innovation

Complexity management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Continuous Improvement (ZEBS) Specialist

As a Continuous Improvement (ZEBS) Specialist at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, you will support the practical application of lean operations, lean growth initiatives, and Six Sigma tools to drive process excellence. The role will involve tactical implementation of all elements of the Zurn Elkay Business System, consolidating information to develop and propose operations strategy, and tracking and overseeing projects and action plans across multiple functions. This position will be based onsite in our Freeport, IL facility.

Key Accountabilities

• Learn the Zurn Elkay Business System and the ZEBS Blueprint, adopt the ZEBS standards, and apply and uphold the expectations set by these standards.
• Support site initiatives to drive ZEBS adoption and associate participation (including process experts) through the business.
• Document best practices in company and build sharing platform for associates.
• Facilitate daily management for the ZEBS team along all key metrics.
• Identify and propose site solutions to minimize and manage resource constraints.
• Facilitate and support lean processes in accordance with the organization’s Lean Implementation Plan (ZEBS Trainings, Boot Camps, Standard Work, 6S, Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving, Kaizen and Pull Principles).
• Lead the ZEBS continuous improvement program through associate participation and prioritizing top opportunities to implement best practices.
• Support Strategy Deployment process by ensuring core deliverables are translated to roadmaps and adherence is maintained.
• Facilitate problem solving to address and resolve problems in a systemic way.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 4+ years of experience in a process-based environment with assignments in lean/continuous improvement.
• Proven track record of driving results.

Capabilities & Success Factors

• Being Resilient – Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Drives Results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Values Differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Cultivates Innovation – Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Manages Complexity – Making sense of complex, high-quantity and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance.
• Matching 401(k) Contribution.
• Health Savings Account.
• Up to 3 weeks starting vacation (may increase with tenure).
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• Annual Bonus Eligibility.
• Educational Reimbursement.
• Matching Gift Program.i>
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation

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