Lean CI Specialist: Drive Kaizen on the Shop Floor

Amprod; Strafford (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Products in Strafford, MO, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to lead and participate in Kaizen events and CI projects. You will conduct time studies, analyze production processes, and identify bottlenecks, implementing practical solutions to improve flow and efficiency.

The role emphasizes developing standard work, supporting root cause analysis, and promoting 5S and waste reduction across the factory floor.

Qualifications

• Technical certificate or associate degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, or related field.
• Experience with Lean, Kaizen, 5S, or process improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency with Excel and data collection/analysis.
• Excellent communication and ability to work with operators and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct time studies and analyze production processes.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement practical solutions.
• Improve workstation layouts, material flow, and work methods.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and standard work.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Promote 5S, visual management, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Track results to ensure improvements are sustainable.

Skills

Kaizen events

Time studies

Data analysis

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Excel

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

Technical cert. or assoc. degree in manufacturing/engineering tech

Tools

CAD/3D modeling

Job description

American Products in Strafford, MO, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to lead and participate in Kaizen events and CI projects. You will conduct time studies, analyze production processes, and identify bottlenecks, implementing practical solutions to improve flow and efficiency.

The role emphasizes developing standard work, supporting root cause analysis, and promoting 5S and waste reduction across the factory floor.