Continuous Improvement Associate- Fordsville, KY - Fordsville, KY

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead and/or participate in Continuous Improvement (CI) events throughout the facility to improve processes.

• Support the implementation of process improvement activities throughout the facility.

• Identify potential Continuous Improvement opportunities and events.

• Verify the effectiveness of implemented process improvements.

• Participate in the Lean Internship Program.

• Support safety and environmental initiatives to better serve our employees and community.

• Maintain effective communication between employees, management, support staff, other KI divisions, and customers as needed.

• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.

• Support and m odel the Company's Vision and Guiding Principles.

• Support the Environmental Management System (EMS).

• Follow all safety guidelines and use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Follow and support Quality Systems.

Educational Requirements

• Previous manufacturing experience required.

• Successful completion of Lean Internship Program will be required upon hire.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to provide balanced feedback.

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and sense of humor.

• Ability to remain patient and manage emotions effectively.

• Self-motivated and results-oriented.

• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.

• Strong decision-making skills.

• Willingness to learn and continuously improve.

• Tactful, assertive, honest, and ethical.

• Flexible and adaptable.

• Ability to build and sustain relationships.

• Ability to achieve results through collaboration with others.

Technical Skills

• Strong computer skills.

• Strong follow-up and organizational skills.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Good understanding of production processes.

• Good understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts.

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.

• Experience participating in Continuous Improvement efforts within a team environment.

• Understanding of statistical techniques.

• Ability to safely operate and maneuver required tools and equipment during projects.

Communication Skills

• Strong listening skills.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent presentation skills.

• Ability to communicate both technical and non-technical information.

• Ability to teach and train others.

• Ability to tailor communication to the audience.

Leadership Skills

• Self-directed and highly motivated.

• Leads by example.

• Ability to coach and motivate team members.

• Strong facilitation skills.

• Effective relationship builder.

• Ability to facilitate win-win solutions.

• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Takes initiative and drives results.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Effective coaching and team-building skills.

• Ability to adapt to and manage change.

Business Skills

• Strong time management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong planning and organizational abilities.

• Ability to meet deadlines.

• Results-focused mindset.

• Strong recordkeeping and documentation skills.

Resume Required

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

5001223989600