Continuous Improvement Associate / Lean Champion

TE Wire & Cable LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Coordinates and administers continuous improvement efforts. Records and evaluates continuous improvement project results. Tracks improvement performance and cost reductions against targets. May work closely with production management and process control team.

Job Description Summary

TE Wire & Cable LLC

Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.

Continuous Improvement Associate / Lean Champion assist and administers continuous improvement efforts. Records and evaluates continuous improvement project results. Tracks improvement performance and cost reductions against targets. May work closely with production management and process control team.

Supports our commitment to safe workplace and champions  communication via meetings and trainings with out plant

Responsibilities:

• Manges and finds Continuous Improvement opportunities to facilitate quarterly Kaizen events. Manages training, and implementation and tracking of KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) and tracks Lean events and progress metrics.
• Assist with the implementation of improvements together with production staff to meet customer demand.
• Does weekly crossover meetings managing with team topics, best practices,  acts as an ambassador of change with new process. Supports those who are on varity of shifts via team Leads to ensure all here these weekly messages on a consistent basic. Drives this initiative
• Involved with the implementation and monitoring of the benchmarks related to lean manufacturing.
• Will train and educate employees in all aspects of lean manufacturing does the LEAN onboarding training with new hires.
• May assist Managers to ensure that implemented lean processes are being followed.
• Knowledge of Inventory Management and ad-hoc assignments
• Works with the Safety Committee and supports KPA ( our safety training) administration with reporting and data analytics

Qualifications Required:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles is required, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training is a plus. Further training is available.
• Strong "hands on" mechanical skills, problem solving, and critical thinking are essential.
• Must be a self-starting and detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a cross-functional team environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office Products, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word (further training is available).
• Ability to create, read and interpret documents such as operating, safety, and maintenance work instructions.
• Experience in change management processes.
• Some experience with cross-functional Kaizen events is preferred.
• Strong facilitation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented and prepared to deal with ambiguity.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Primarily day shift position but may be required to work on off shifts on occasion with notice.

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Location:
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 (Required)
Work Location:

In person (Required)

Pay Range

• $22.00- $27.00 (depending on experience)

Our Competitive Benefits Include once a permanent system: Medical ( Multiple Plan Options), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K & Roth 401K (with generous Company Match), Paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays and Vacation.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [email protected], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.