Lean Operations & Process Improvement Specialist

Clayton Homes (New); Waco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time through Clayton Impact

Job summary

Clayton Manufacturing is seeking a Continuous Improvement specialist to drive lean initiatives across production lines. You will conduct time studies, map processes, and partner with leaders to implement 5S, visual management, standard work and kaizen events to reduce waste and raise quality.

Maintain and update SOPs, track KPIs, support CI projects, and coordinate training for new equipment. Develop and maintain a skills matrix for cross-training, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience with process development and controlled documentation.
• Experience with lean principles and manufacturing systems.
• Excellent Excel data recording and reporting.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency with technology.
• Ability to identify documentation gaps and remedy quickly.
• Ability to create various spreadsheets for data and documentation tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain complex business processes
• Continuous willingness to learn, grow, and gain understanding as a leader in our organization
• Effective motivation skills and techniques to encourage team to meet performance objectives
• Cultivate an environment of trust
• Ideal Team Player attributes – Humble, Hungry, Smart
• 4 Year Degree is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies, process mapping, and root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies in production workflows.
• Collaborate with production leaders to implement lean tools such as 5S, visual management, standard work, and kaizen events.
• Maintain and update process documentation, including SOPs and work instructions.
• Track and report on KPIs related to productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
• Facilitate daily or weekly improvement huddles with frontline teams to gather feedback and promote engagement.
• Support the rollout of new equipment or process changes by coordinating training and documentation.
• Ensure real-time updates and visibility of performance metrics to production leaders and team members.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the skills matrix and job task analysis to support cross-training and workforce flexibility.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by organizing recognition programs, suggestion systems, and improvement campaigns.
• Provide support for CI projects, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and documenting outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean principles

MS Excel

Data reporting

Continuous improvement

Team motivation

Communication

Problem solving

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Clayton Manufacturing is seeking a Continuous Improvement specialist to drive lean initiatives across production lines. You will conduct time studies, map processes, and partner with leaders to implement 5S, visual management, standard work and kaizen events to reduce waste and raise quality.

Maintain and update SOPs, track KPIs, support CI projects, and coordinate training for new equipment. Develop and maintain a skills matrix for cross-training, and promote a culture of continuous improvement.