Process Improvement Specialist

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 4,417,000 - 6,527,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

ESOP

401(k) options

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick days

Family leave

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. in Pullman, WA is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist I to support disciplined problem-solving and corrective actions across divisions. You will analyze data, draw conclusions, and make actionable recommendations while growing as a quality expert.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, ISO/quality program familiarity, and promoting SEL’s Quality Tools to improve operations and KPIs. Requires a BS/BA and 2+ years in related fields.

Qualifications

• B.S. or B.A. in Business, Math, Statistics, Communications (or related) or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years experience 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 the ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries in a team environment.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate onsite external assessments; participate with cross-functional teams to address quality issues and brainstorm solutions.
• Perform data analysis, identify trends and align KPIs.
• Encourage and support employee engagement in problem solving activities.
• Communicate current status and action plans for problem solving efforts.
• Support business initiatives to meet operational objectives.
• Promote the use of SEL’s Quality Tools within assigned areas.

Skills

Facilitation

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

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 activitiesCommunicating current status and action plans for problem solving effortsSupporting business initiatives to meet operational objectivesPromoting the use of SEL’s Quality Tools within assigned areasThis might be the job for you if:You have a B.S. or B.A. in Business, Math, Statistics, Communications (or related) or equivalent experienceYou have 2+ years experience in project management, process improvement, or data analyticsYou have strong facilitation, communication, and organizational skillsYou have strong project management and problem-solving skillsYou have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across organizational boundaries in a team environmentYou have experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and AccessPreferred Qualifications:Knowledge of SEL product and manufacturing processesFamiliarity with SELs Problem Solving ApplicationsYou are a ASQ Certified Process Analyst/Six Sigma Green BeltLocation: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 DataProcess 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.Communication with ApplicantsWe communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at [e-mail] is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.