Kaizen & Lean Technician - Continuous Improvement

Dover Corporation; Virginia; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Dover Food Retail KAIZEN Fab Shop in South Chesterfield, VA is seeking an Operational Excellence Technician. The role supports Manufacturing Engineering with continuous improvement projects and standardized work.

You will work hands-on with operators, help implement visual controls, and contribute to lean initiatives that enhance efficiency and safety. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience; competency with measuring tools and MS Office is

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing/ops.
• Lean/KAIZEN minded with problem-solving aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Kaizen events, 5S, and waste-reduction projects.
• Collaborate on RCA sessions for floor issues and implement actions.
• Conduct 5S, LPAs, and SOP audits to sustain improvements.
• Gather cycle time data and prepare visual/kanban materials.

Skills

5S execution

Kaizen facilitation

Root cause analysis

Data collection

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring tape

Construction tools

Job description

Dover Food Retail KAIZEN Fab Shop in South Chesterfield, VA is seeking an Operational Excellence Technician. The role supports Manufacturing Engineering with continuous improvement projects and standardized work.

You will work hands-on with operators, help implement visual controls, and contribute to lean initiatives that enhance efficiency and safety. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of relevant experience; competency with measuring tools and MS Office is