Kaizen Coordinator

NextGenEnergyJobs; Fremont, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead and support lean initiatives on the production floor in Fremont, CA. You will drive Kaizen workshops, Gemba walks, and 5S programs to eliminate waste and improve flow.

You will partner with production, quality, logistics, and engineering to map value streams, monitor KPIs for safety, quality, and productivity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across all levels.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related manufacturing experience.
• Strong communication skills at all levels.
• Proficiency with software tools and data analysis.
• Ability to adapt to a high-paced environment.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks on the production floor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S methodologies
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops, Gemba walks, and process improvement events on the production floor
• Analyze current-state processes, identify waste, and implement sustainable process improvements
• Implement and sustain 5S standards through daily audits and competitions
• Create and maintain value stream maps to improve material and process flow
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, logistics, and engineering
• Track and report key performance metrics related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
• Build and assemble parts as needed to support manufacturing operations
• Engage employees at all levels to foster a culture of continuous improvement

Skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Communication skills

Written and verbal communication

Software proficiency

Advanced Excel

Fast-paced environment

1-2 years experience

Physical capability

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream—we're making it reality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S methodologies
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops, Gemba walks, and process improvement events on the production floor
• Analyze current-state processes, identify waste, and implement sustainable process improvements
• Implement and sustain 5S standards through daily audits and competitions
• Create and maintain value stream maps to improve material and process flow
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, logistics, and engineering
• Track and report key performance metrics related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
• Build and assemble parts as needed to support manufacturing operations
• Engage employees at all levels to foster a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

• Passion for Continuous Improvement
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in commonly used and specialized software
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-paced, changing environments
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred
• Must be able to bend, lift up to 25 lbs, walk, and stand for extended periods of time consecutively