CID (Kaizen) Technician
Bowling Green, KY
Full Time
Entry Level
Job Title: Continuous Improvement/Kaizen Tech
Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Continuous Improvement Department
Reports to: Mgr., Supervisor, Continuous Improvement Department
Position Summary:
The Continuous Improvement/ Kaizen Tech is responsible for assisting all departments in internal and external department projects to improve KAAP. Using their knowledge of advanced fabrication and installation processes to safely implement changes quickly and effectively on the floor through kaizen and 5S principles. Analyzing blueprints, example weldments, manuals, and other materials to determine the proper preparation, setup/layout, and processes to complete task with zero issues to the finished product/processes per the specification laid out by the department. This position will report to the Manager/Supervisor receiving guidance on process and technique to better fulfill their job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Skills & Competencies:
Education & Experience:
Classification: Non-Exempt
Department: Continuous Improvement Department
Reports to: Mgr., Supervisor, Continuous Improvement Department
Position Summary:
The Continuous Improvement/ Kaizen Tech is responsible for assisting all departments in internal and external department projects to improve KAAP. Using their knowledge of advanced fabrication and installation processes to safely implement changes quickly and effectively on the floor through kaizen and 5S principles. Analyzing blueprints, example weldments, manuals, and other materials to determine the proper preparation, setup/layout, and processes to complete task with zero issues to the finished product/processes per the specification laid out by the department. This position will report to the Manager/Supervisor receiving guidance on process and technique to better fulfill their job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Operation of different types of powered equipment, tools, and mobile items to complete task.
- Completing department documentation and time management systems.
- Analyze and interpret drawings, manuals, and other technical information to determine the proper process to complete task.
- Turnkey process from raw materials, fabrication, finishing, and installation.
- Responsible for personal and area safety before, during, and after projects.
- Completing preventative maintenance activities on shop equipment.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Identify process bottlenecks, work with Engineering/manufacturing management to countermeasure poor quality and production flow.
- Lead Kaizen Blitzes to improve process flow ensuring it is at its highest capability in all processes.
- Lead and create 5S Blitzes in departments for improving standards Daily Gemba walk with manager and one associate to train/teach how to always be looking for safety and improvements of processes throughout the plant in every department.
- Be fair and consistent to all team members.
- Perform other duties as required.
Skills & Competencies:
- Experience with installation of new or used equipment (Basic understanding of Hydraulic, Pneumatics, and Electrical systems) preferred.
- Understanding of 5 S and how to implement.
- Strong problem-solving skills, ability to study processes for improvement of production.
- Ability to read and comprehend basic English
- Ability to follow instructions
- Experience with a wide range of heavy equipment, industrial, maintenance or automotive repair preferred.
- Willingness to learn and work to be the best of his/her abilities as well to help Continuous Improvement Department to grow from your experience.
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Technical school, or 2-year college; or 2 plus years to 3 plus years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience required
- Requires occasional physical activity throughout shift (except breaks and lunch) such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Flexible work schedule as needed with adequate notification. Always maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment.
- Willing to work in hot/humid, cold and noisy manufacturing environments.
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