Continuous Improvement Specialist (Paint), Heil Environmental

Job Description:

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Specialist

Operating Company: Environmental Solutions Group - Heil Environmental

Location: Fort Payne, AL

Reports To: Continuous Improvement Director

Department: Operations

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Continuous Improvement Implementation Specialist will assist in leading Kaizen events in all aspects of the business. As the Continuous Improvement Specialist, this role you will assist in driving targeted performance improvement projects by facilitating Kaizen Events and Just-Do-It improvements in 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, and Problem Solving. Learning, teaching, listening, facilitating and hands-on participating are the keys to success in this role. This includes foresting cultural transformation at Heil Environmental in Fort Payne, AL through mentoring, organizational training, and hands-on project support. The Continuous Improvement Specialist will work with colleagues and functional leaders in accomplishing continuous improvement goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:

• Drive safety and environmental compliance.
• Partner with area leadership to investigate incidents and initiate root cause corrective actions.
• Drive quality improvements at the department level.
• Work with Supervisors and Team Leaders to identify and prioritize Continuous Improvement activities in their areas. Work directly with Team Leaders and Team Members to rapidly implement improvements via projects, Kaizen Events, 5S Events, and Fast Problem-Solving activities.
• Educate, coach, motivate, and mentor Team Members to transfer Lean skills and establish an engaged Continuous Improvement culture.
• Engage team members in collaborative problem solving.
• Successfully manage Kaizen Events and projects along with resources and deliverables.
• Provide leadership direction and support to generate the expected results with the site, organization, supplier, and customer.
• Regularly provide project status updates to stakeholders and team members.
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality and integrity.
• Assist with other strategic projects and duties as assigned.
• Fill in for Quality Inspectors when needed.
• Create / Assist with CBI's, Control plans and Work Instructions.
• Minimal travel up to 10% is needed.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree (Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or other applicable degree) is preferred or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of strategic and tactical experience to include demonstrated continuous improvement responsibility, experience in directing and managing large projects and influencing, coaching, driving and managing change.
• Experience Kaizen Events and Lean techniques such as 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Problem-Solving, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Pull Systems, preferably in a high-mix, low volume environment.
• Must have the ability to read and use CAD.
• Strong computer skills including Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Coach, mentor and provide leadership to all team members. Must possess good people skills resulting in treating employees with respect while dealing with them in a firm, fair, consistent manner.
• Must have good organizational skills and be a good delegator.
• Requires ability to read, comprehend and follow complicated verbal instructions, use planning skills to organize work processes and be able to communicate effectively with his/her team and internal/external customers.
• Requires ability to follow verbal instructions and to communicate with outside sources and internal departments in person and via telephone. Requires the ability to read written instructions, correspondence, and other documentation, observe machinery and drawings, as well as operate office equipment such as computers (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and printers.

Desired Characteristics:

• High level of integrity, strong initiative, ability to get agreement/buy-in, and a team-oriented work ethic.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced matrix environment, multi-task and prioritize work based on business needs.

• Ability to use systematic, disciplined and data driven methods that get to root causes, to solve problems and analyze and improve processes.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ethics and Work Standards: Maintain the highest ethical and work standards, while promoting the same attributes in co-workers and others. Ensure that all business activities - with both internal and external customers - to be performed with a professional demeanor and that all participants be held accountable to this high standard.

Communication: Expresses thoughts clearly, both orally and in writing, using good grammar. Presents concise, well-organized reports in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Listens to understand input, feedback, and concerns. Provides complete information in an open, honest, and straightforward manner. Responds promptly and positively to questions and requests.

Teamwork and Relationships: Works with other employees willingly and in a spirit of cooperation and teamwork. Supports cooperation. Demonstrates a commitment to the entire business and is supportive of all initiatives (company and departmental) to help grow Environmental Solutions Group business in the United States and abroad. Cooperates fully with others to achieve organizational goals. Is tactful, courteous, and considerate. Embraces a positive outlook. Is respected and trusted by others.

Continual Improvement and Problem Resolution: Identifies and communicates suggestions for work improvements. Uses technical and analytical abilities to assure existing work practices are the most efficient and cost effective possible. Performs root-cause analysis and implements viable, permanent solutions to problems. Works with both internal and external customers to develop solutions which meet company-wide needs and objectives. Applies a sense of urgency to resolve problems or creates opportunities that will increase productivity and create value. Shares best practices with other employees across the business.

Accountability: Accepts responsibility and accessibility for both the strategic planning and the successful implementation of all projects, programs, and duties as outlined in this job description. Advises supervisor of concerns, problems, and progress of work in a timely manner.

ABOUT ESG:

Environmental Solutions Group stands at the forefront of sustainable innovation, dedicated to transforming the waste industry with eco-friendly equipment and technology solutions, all designed to improve the lives of our customers, and their communities.

This Connected Collections ecosystem integrates advanced technology across our brands, including Heil refuse collection vehicles, Marathon Equipment compaction and recycling equipment, 3rd Eye technology solutions, Soft-Pak waste hauler software, Curotto-Can automated carry cans, Bayne lifting products, and Parts Central OEM parts.

Driven by a mission of "Improving Lives," our best-in-class teams, innovative products, and advanced technology work tirelessly to leave a lasting legacy of excellence and environmental stewardship, ensuring a greener, healthier planet for generations to come.

For more information, visitwww.terexesg.com.

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.

Terex Overview:

At Terex,we fully embrace the increasingly diverse world around us and strive to create an empowering and welcoming workplace culture. We are a $5 billion publicly traded global industrial equipment manufacturer of materials processing machinery, waste and recycling solutions, mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs), and equipment for the electric utility industry. We are passionate about producing equipment that helps improve the lives of people around the world and providing our team members with a rewarding career and the opportunity to make an impact.

While our operations are global, each office or factory is a close-knit community. We value diversity, equity and inclusion, safety, integrity, respect, servant leadership, courage, citizenship, and continuous improvement. It's an exciting time to be part of the expanding manufacturing sector - come join us!

Additional Information:

We see inclusion as a key to our success and are committed to actively foster a culture where every team member feels valued, listened to, and appreciated. We are committed to being fair and impartial in our decisions, ensuring equity within our workplace.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting the Recruiting department (person or department) atGlobaltalentacquisitions@terex.com

The Company offers competitive salaries, advancement opportunities, and a full range of benefits, including paid vacation, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision.

Terex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.