{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"bc9e0799c2b59145eb3a299b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bc9e0799c2b59145eb3a299b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/bc9e0799c2b59145eb3a299b","title":"Continuous Improvement Engineer","description":"This position within Southco will have primary responsibility for changing the mindset of lean practices and procedures while completing small improvements with teams. Also responsible for leading/participatingin Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects to drive improvement of 5S, cost, quality, inventory, machine running time, productivity, etc.\n\nCompensation: $100,000-$130,000\n\nWhat you will be doing\n\nLeads orparticipatesinCI/KZ projects toidentifythe root causes and define the effective actions to make improvement in productivity, delivery, quality, and cost.\n\nUses Lean tools toidentifyand implement continuous improvement activities that target reduction of working capital by addressing inventory, over-production, and transportation.\n\nFocuses on flow, with key areassuch as: flow of material, operations, machines, flow of information and flow of engineering.\n\nProvide Lean/CI training to the facility employees\n\nEnsure a pipeline of projects that will support facility andorganizationalobjectivesand KPI’s\n\nReport out monthly performance results during facility scorecard reviews\n\nAbout you\n\nBachelor of Industrial Engineeringpreferred\n\nExpertise in VSM and One-Piece Flow\n\n5 years’ experiencewithLean andmanufacturing/operations experienced required\n\nExperience in a high mix/low volume environment (preferred).\n\nStrong English speaking and written communication skills\n\nIntermediate level of computer skills required (Microsoft Office, including Pivot tables) & Experience with SAP\n\nProventrack recordandhands onexperiencefacilitatingKaizen events in manufacturing and administration processes (One Piece Flow, VSM, SMED, TPM, Cycle Time, Cell Manufacturing, Std Work, Poka-Yoke, Pull Systems). Proficient in 5S.\n\nHow will we reward you\n\nCompetitive base pay\n\nGenerous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays\n\n401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.\n\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3-year vesting period\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans\n\nCompany paid Life & Disability Insurance including; short term, Long Term, and Life\n\nGreat Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees\n\nInformation at a Glance\nSouthco is the leading global manufacturer of Engineered Access Hardware with manufacturing and engineering facilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we know small touches make a big difference. The people of Southco are passionate about connecting with our customers to create innovative engineered access hardware solutions aimed at enhancing the \"touch points\" of our customers' products. With unrivaled global supply and support, innovative products and dedicated people, Southco provides customers throughout the world with the broadest line of high quality Access Hardware Solutions on the market today for applications in the Networking, Telecommunications, Computer, Automotive, Aerospace, Mass Transit, Off-Highway/Construction, RV/Caravan, Industrial Machinery, Marine and HVAC industries.\n\nBenefits we offer our employees\n\nGenerous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays\n\n401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.\n\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3 year vesting period\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans\n\nCompany paid Life & Disability Insurance including: Short term, Long Term, and Life\n\nGreat Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees\n\nYou may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. Southco provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Southco complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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Also responsible for leading/participatingin Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects to drive improvement of 5S, cost, quality, inventory, machine running time, productivity, etc.\n\nCompensation: $100,000-$130,000\n\nWhat you will be doing\n\nLeads orparticipatesinCI/KZ projects toidentifythe root causes and define the effective actions to make improvement in productivity, delivery, quality, and cost.\n\nUses Lean tools toidentifyand implement continuous improvement activities that target reduction of working capital by addressing inventory, over-production, and transportation.\n\nFocuses on flow, with key areassuch as: flow of material, operations, machines, flow of information and flow of engineering.\n\nProvide Lean/CI training to the facility employees\n\nEnsure a pipeline of projects that will support facility andorganizationalobjectivesand KPI’s\n\nReport out monthly performance results during facility scorecard reviews\n\nAbout you\n\nBachelor of Industrial Engineeringpreferred\n\nExpertise in VSM and One-Piece Flow\n\n5 years’ experiencewithLean andmanufacturing/operations experienced required\n\nExperience in a high mix/low volume environment (preferred).\n\nStrong English speaking and written communication skills\n\nIntermediate level of computer skills required (Microsoft Office, including Pivot tables) & Experience with SAP\n\nProventrack recordandhands onexperiencefacilitatingKaizen events in manufacturing and administration processes (One Piece Flow, VSM, SMED, TPM, Cycle Time, Cell Manufacturing, Std Work, Poka-Yoke, Pull Systems). Proficient in 5S.\n\nHow will we reward you\n\nCompetitive base pay\n\nGenerous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays\n\n401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.\n\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3-year vesting period\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans\n\nCompany paid Life & Disability Insurance including; short term, Long Term, and Life\n\nGreat Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees\n\nInformation at a Glance\nSouthco is the leading global manufacturer of Engineered Access Hardware with manufacturing and engineering facilities in the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. From quality and performance to aesthetics and ergonomics, we know small touches make a big difference. The people of Southco are passionate about connecting with our customers to create innovative engineered access hardware solutions aimed at enhancing the \"touch points\" of our customers' products. With unrivaled global supply and support, innovative products and dedicated people, Southco provides customers throughout the world with the broadest line of high quality Access Hardware Solutions on the market today for applications in the Networking, Telecommunications, Computer, Automotive, Aerospace, Mass Transit, Off-Highway/Construction, RV/Caravan, Industrial Machinery, Marine and HVAC industries.\n\nBenefits we offer our employees\n\nGenerous time off – starting at 3 weeks of annualized PTO (first year is prorated based on start date), 9 company holidays plus 2 floating holidays\n\n401(k) Savings and Investment Plan – Company makes automatic 2% contribution of eligible pay plus matching contributions of 50% up to the first 6% of eligible pay you contribute.\n\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan valued at approximately 4-6% of eligible earnings which includes dividend payments after 3 year vesting period\n\nMedical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) beginning first day of employment; company funds a portion of HSA for high deductible health plans\n\nCompany paid Life & Disability Insurance including: Short term, Long Term, and Life\n\nGreat Tuition Reimbursement program to support undergraduate or graduate programs available to all employees\n\nYou may apply for this position online by selecting the Apply now button. Southco provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Southco complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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