Lean & CI Analyst — Data-Driven Improvement

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 43,888 - 85,068; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a process improvement specialist to identify bottlenecks and drive CI initiatives across manufacturing and distribution operations. You will analyze data, apply Lean tools, and develop dashboards to support data-driven decisions while collaborating on safety, quality, and delivery improvements.

The role emphasizes standard methodologies, cross-functional teamwork, and hands-on change management, with a strong focus on reporting accuracy and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operational environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean principles, 5S, and basic problem-solving tools.
• Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Supports identification of operational bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and safety risks.
• Performs data analysis and root cause problem solving to support improvement opportunities.
• Assists with implementation of safety, quality, and delivery improvements at the site level.
• Applies Lean and CI tools (time studies, labor standards support, slotting analysis, layout reviews, 5S) to improve workflows.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets operational data to support improvement initiatives.
• Supports CI events (Kaizen, value stream mapping) and follows standard methodologies as directed.
• Supports multiple improvement projects by managing assigned tasks, timelines, and deliverables.
• Assists with change management activities including communications, documentation, and training materials.
• Tracks actions, risks, and progress and escalates issues to senior team members as needed.
• Develops operational reports and dashboards (e.g., Power BI, Excel) with guidance.
• Maintains data standards and supports accurate reporting for decision making.

Skills

Lean principles

5S

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

SQL

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain management, or related technical field

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

WMS/ERP/MES database experience

Job description

CVS Health is seeking a process improvement specialist to identify bottlenecks and drive CI initiatives across manufacturing and distribution operations. You will analyze data, apply Lean tools, and develop dashboards to support data-driven decisions while collaborating on safety, quality, and delivery improvements.

The role emphasizes standard methodologies, cross-functional teamwork, and hands-on change management, with a strong focus on reporting accuracy and operational excellence.