Continuous Improvement Lean Engineer (Continental Business Systems Coach)

THE POSITION

1. Initiate, drive and monitor continuous improvement activities (Kaizen events and Value stream mappings) according to roadmaps on all levels of the plant organization
2. Mentor Lean Manufacturing (CBS) Practitioners to support them in executing the improvement routine
3. Coach local management / create Lean Manufacturing culture and awareness
4. Conduct Lean Training classes and advanced Lean training as needed to educate employees.
5. Provide structure for Business Teams and coach Business Team Leaders for effective team work 
6. Assist Plan Management and Facilitate strategy development plan for the plant
7. Develop and promote Lean flow in both manufacturing and administrative processes.
8. Support the owners of the plant BSC KPIs with improvement activities to meet or exceed target
9. Moderate workshops to ensure common understanding of Lean (CBS) methods
10. Train and coach all levels of plant organization for problem solving
11. Actively participate in the Company CBS network communities and report on the plant Kaizen activities
12. Communicate results and lessons learnt to Regional CBS Coaches and actively use CBS network to resolve problems / difficulties

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY
• Immediate Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts
• Annual Bonus
• Employer 401(k) Match
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader! 

1. Bachelor or Master degree in Business Administration, Engineering or comparable professional training and experience  
2. Professional experience (at least 5 years) in Manufacturing environment
3. Hands on machinery/process improvement experience
4. Cross functional experience (preferred)
5. Experience as a project manager for (lean) projects and proven ability to successfully follow through on complex projects to completion
6. Good knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles (theoretical and practical)
7. Experience with Structured Problem Solving
8. Six Sigma certificate (preferred)
9. Coaching and Facilitation skills
10. Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to adapt to a changing environment
11. Excellent knowledge of MS Office programs
12. Strong analytical skills, creativity, initiative, and affinity towards new technologies
13. Strong communication skills and proven team oriented problem solving-skills
14. Ability to successfully interact with cross-functional teams.
15. Team player with intercultural competencies

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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THE COMPANY
Continental Tire has been around for nearly 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Clinton, MS, location is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer (CBS Coach) to join our IE team.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?