MB CI Tech

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Weslaco (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Weslaco, TX seeks a CI Tech to drive continuous improvement across the plant. This role participates in Kaizen events, facilitates projects, and is hands-on from concept to sustainment.

The ideal candidate will have lean manufacturing knowledge, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to coach others while maintaining safety and quality in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Expert knowledge of departmental manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing.
• Proven ability to coach other associates on the Five Traits of Success and promote teamwork.
• Proven ability to lead, teach/train others and demonstrable public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and understand process, product components and manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Participates and leads Six Sigma, Kaizen and Safety teams/events.
• Assists in definition, measurement and analysis of problems.
• Audits/validates production process and takes corrective action as necessary to train to the documented process.
• Documents processes through standard work.
• Trains others to the documented standard work.
• Assists with on‑the‑job training of associates in the assigned department.
• Carries out, responds to and contributes to all written and verbal department instructions.
• Complies with safety rules, regulations and procedures and ensures effective housekeeping practices.

Skills

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Coaching

Public speaking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety leadership

Lean manufacturing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

SharePoint

QlikView

DMR

AS400

IBM queries

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for accomplishing all duties of the CI Tech with a proven record of success in driving continuous improvement throughout the plant. This position will require Kaizen event participation and facilitation, to ensure continuous improvement projects are implemented throughout the plant. This position is considered “hands‑on” during project conception, development, deployment, and sustainment activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Participates and leads Six Sigma, Kaizen and Safety teams/events.
• Assists in definition, measurement and analysis of problems.
• Audits/validates production process and takes corrective action as necessary to train to the documented process.
• Documents processes through standard work.
• Trains others to the documented standard work.
• Assists with on‑the‑job training of associates in the assigned department.
• Carries out, responds to and contributes to all written and verbal department instructions.
• Complies with safety rules, regulations and procedures and ensures effective housekeeping practices.

Knowledge & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required and experience in a manufacturing facility preferred.
• Expert knowledge of departmental manufacturing processes and lean manufacturing.
• Proven ability to coach other associates on the Five Traits of Success and promote a positive attitude, teamwork, and cooperation in the work group.
• Proven ability to lead, teach/train others and demonstrable public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and understand process, product components and manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to establish effective working relationships with key stakeholders and leadership throughout the organization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Proficiency in general office and application software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, QlikView (Warranty Returns), DMR (Discrepant Material), AS400, and associated IBM work queries.
• Proven ability to maintain clean, safe and orderly work area, giving safety of self and others a priority.
• Proven ability to follow all established safe practices and procedures, including reading and understanding Material Safety Data Sheets.

Work Environment

Manufacturing environment, with frequent exposure to wood dusts and cabinetmaking related materials. Exposure to hot and cold elements due to non‑climate‑controlled environment. Wearing of Personal Protection Equipment required: eye and ear protection. Adherence to Entanglement clothing policy required.

Sensory / Physical Requirements

Sensory: Frequent speaking, hearing, near vision, far vision and touch. Physical: Frequent head/neck static position, rotation, flexion and extension. Frequent change in torso/back position, frequent stooping, bending and twisting. Frequent finger dexterity. Frequent simple grasp, firm grasp and wrist flexion. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, crouching, kneeling and climbing of stairs and ramps. Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching and carrying. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive‑motion tasks for the duration of the working shift.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal‑opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state and local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].