Process Improvement Specialist

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist I to help improve the quality of our processes.

You will collaborate with teams across divisions to apply disciplined problem solving, implement corrective actions, and keep communication clear throughout the problem-solving lifecycle. The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, with tasks such as facilitating external assessments, auditing, and promoting SEL's quality tools.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Business, Math, Statistics, Communications or related (or equivalent).
• 2+ years in project management, process improvement, or data analytics.
• Strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work across organizational boundaries.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel and Access.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating onsite external assessments.
• Internal auditor experience.
• Experience in ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory or ISO 9001 quality program.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and brainstorm solutions.
• Performing data analysis, identifying trends and KPIs.
• Encouraging and supporting employee engagement in problem solving.
• Communicating current status and action plans for problem solving efforts.
• Supporting business initiatives to meet operational objectives.
• Promoting SEL's Quality Tools within assigned areas.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Education

B.S./B.A. in Business, Math, Statistics, Communications or related

ASQ Certified Process Analyst/Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Job description

This role is focused on supporting SEL teams to improve the quality of their processes. You will work alongside employees from multiple divisions to help them with disciplined problem-solving, implementing strong corrective actions, and maintaining clear lines of communication throughout the duration of the problem-solving process. You will also support data driven decisions by analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and making recommendations. The position offers opportunities for developing problem-solving and project management skills and becoming a trusted quality expert.

As a Process Improvement Specialist I, a typical day might include:

• Experience with facilitating onsite external assessments;
• Internal auditor experience;
• and experience working in an ISO/IEC 17025 laboratory or ISO 9001 quality program.
• Participating with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and to brainstorm solutions.
• Performing data analysis, identifying trends and aligning KPIs.
• Encouraging and supporting employee engagement in problem solving activities.
• Communicating current status and action plans for problem solving efforts.
• Supporting business initiatives to meet operational objectives.
• Promoting the use of SEL's Quality Tools within assigned areas.

This might be the job for you if:

• You have a B.S. or B.A. in Business, Math, Statistics, Communications (or related) or equivalent experience.
• You have 2+ years experience in project management, process improvement, or data analytics.
• You have strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skills.
• You have strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries in a team environment.
• You have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of SEL product and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with SELs Problem Solving Applications.
• You are a ASQ Certified Process Analyst/Six Sigma Green Belt.

Location:

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. We're 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

Process Improvement Specialist I, $32.06 - $47.38 per hour. We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills. Our pay ranges are determined by job, responsibility, and location.

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.