Sr. CI Process Leader

GATX; United States; Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

GATX Corporation in Chicago, IL, seeks a Sr. Continuous Improvement Process Lead to drive Lean Six Sigma initiatives across US and Canada rail operations.

You will identify improvement opportunities, coach teams, and deploy CI programs such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping. This hybrid role requires collaboration with all levels, strong problem-solving, and the ability to travel up to 30% across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of shop floor supervisory/operations management/value stream experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) certification preferred.
• Project Management certification and experience a plus.
• Experience in a low-volume/high-mix industry is preferred.
• Must be physically able to climb on equipment in a maintenance facility.

Responsibilities

• Training and program support for Lean Six Sigma and CI programs.
• Lead and facilitate process improvement initiatives and audits.
• Support cross-functional initiatives and RC/CA identification.
• Work with Engineering to standardize processes.

Skills

7+ years of shop floor supervisory/ops

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Project Management certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Chicago, IL, GATX Corporation (NYSE: GATX) is an industry leader with 125+ years of success-success that is powered by our people. We are proud of our high-performance culture, hard-working and enthusiastic management team, and beautiful office space in the Willis Tower.

At GATX, we hire the best and offer our employees a dynamic, energetic, collaborative environment to enable them to make an impact from day one. Enjoy the perks and benefits of a global company with the close-knit culture and community of a much smaller one. In the same way we strive to empower our customers to propel the world forward, we are dedicated to providing our people with the tools and resources they need to advance in their careers.

The Sr. Continuous Improvement Process Lead will be responsible for managing and leading continuous improvement projects at GATX Railcar Repair Service Centers across US and Canada. The individual will be responsible for identifying improvement opportunities and working to close gaps using Lean Six Sigma problem solving methodologies in order to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost metrics within Rail North America Operations. The individual must be comfortable working with all levels within the organization and must be able to question the status quo. The Sr. Continuous Improvement Process Lead must be passionate about process transformation, operations management, strategy and data driven problem solving.

Responsibilities

1. Training and Program SupportSupport the team in Lean Six Sigma training and annual goal deployment effort.Development, implementation and training of CI Programs across the network (5S, Kaizen, Hoshin Kanri, Value Stream Mapping, A3, etc.)
2. Shop PartnershipLead and facilitate Process Improvement initiatives through proactive engagement in identification and removal of inefficiencies and bottlenecks.Support shops in maintaining the Daily Visual Management (DVM) boardsLead DVM board and Standard Work Instruction (SWI) audits and support with implementation of mitigation plans.
3. Network‑wide InitiativesAssist in supporting the broader Continuous Improvement Team with large cross‑functional initiatives within GATX Rail NA Operations.Utilize A3 thinking and methodology to ensure appropriate Root Cause / Corrective Action (RC/CA) identification and follow through.
4. Best Practice CommitteesLead and support Process Improvement initiatives through Best Practice CommitteesAssist in deployment and deployment of Standard Work Instructions (SWI) through the Best Practice Committees.Incorporate critical‑to‑safety and critical‑to‑quality issuesWork with Engineering team to simplify and standardize processes within the shops

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or other relevant Engineering discipline
• Or, 7+ years of shop floor supervisory, operations management, and/or value stream management experience, is highly recommended.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent) or higher certification is preferred
• Project Management certification and experience a plus
• Experience in a low-volume/high-mix industry or multiple, varied industries is preferred
• Must be physically able to climb on equipment within a maintenance facility, stand on feet for extended periods in a plant environment.

Travel is required up to 30% across the United States and Canada.

This is a hybrid position that currently will require the employee to work in the office at least 60% of the days in a given month, throughout the year.

Posting Duration

This posting will remain open until the role is filled.

Salary Range

As of the post date, the salary range for this position is:
Min USD $92,700.00/Yr.
Max USD $128,000.00/Yr.

This role may be eligible to participate in the Company's short-term incentive plan, the details of which will be provided to the applicant upon hire.

This range is a reasonable estimate and takes into account several factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including, but not limited to, geographic location, skill set, experience, education, training, internal equity, and other business needs.