Continuous Improvement Engineer at Masterack in Social Circle, Georgia

Job Description:

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Social Circle, GA

For more than 50 years, Masterack has been the industry leader in the design and manufacturing of high-quality commercial grade van and pickup cargo management solutions for the nation's largest fleets and auto makers. With the introduction of the first patented roof-mounted clamping ladder rack in 1972, alongside Masterack's renowned interior steel and aluminum shelving systems, Masterack found a new frontier in the commercial upfitting space with tailor fit solutions to help customers get their job done right. Now a Business Unit of manufacturing powerhouse JB Poindexter & Co, Masterack has built trusted relationships with fleet servicing contractors, utility construction, appliance repair, pest control and insurance carriers across the U.S. and continues to do so today.

How You Will Make an Impact?

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for understanding the current process state, identifying efficiency/improvement opportunities, then leading cross-functional team members to drive process improvements tied to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of the business utilizing Lean Six Sigma principles.

Focus areas include but are not limited to; interval or lead time reduction, reduction of human errors, process re-designs that result in the reduction of the number of steps and eliminate other forms of process waste. Automation opportunities will be identified, documented, and applied where necessary.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will also teach and apply Lean Six Sigma principles to achieve self-sustaining processes.

The Nuts and Bolts

Document current processes and propose improved processes through Charters, VSMs, and problem solving tools.

Standardize processes across various business units, developing Standard Operating Procedures, work standards, 5S activities, displaying manufacturing KPIs across all plants.

Implement process management/process improvement initiatives following Lean Six Sigma principles

Create new self-sustaining processes and tracking systems that include identifying and tracking the appropriate manufacturing KPIs, Kaizen activities and savings

Assist in teaching Lean Six Sigma principles to line staff; train others in use of tools and methodologies as part of the improvement project execution

Lead process changes, improvements, value stream mapping, 5S, financial savings calculation and validation

Champion communication across the manufacturing plants and between Masterack and its parent company

Facilitate and lead cross-functional teams to achieve Kaizen objectives

Create Standardized Operating Procedures (Work Instructions and standards); increase workflow efficiency and productivity

Mentor employees as they apply Lean methodology to problem solving and project execution

Publish weekly progress reports

Follow and comply with all Environmental Health & Safety policies

Required Credentials

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering or related field.

Lean / Six Sigma Green belt certification required. Black Belt certification, preferred.

5+ years working experience in manufacturing applying Lean manufacturing and problem solving tools

3+ years' work experience in Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement activities and financial calculation of savings, budget forecasting, ROI calculation and ration analysis.

3+ year of experience in the implementation of the Factory of the Future displaying real time information to team members and management staff

Trained in Lean Six Sigma Principles (Five S's, Waste Reduction, Error/Mistake Proofing, PDCA, Root Cause Analysis, A3 Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, KAIZEN, Lead Time Reduction)

Strong analytical skills and extensive experience in financial calculations of savings and return of the investment

Experience in developing continuous improvement activities in material management and SIOP (Sales Inventory Operating Planning) improvement activities

Experience in operational performance evaluation (Efficiency/Utilization)

Experience in implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies

Ability to travel up to 50%.

You Must Be Able to

Working in an office environment in a seated position a minimum of eight hours per day is required. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or Lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 25 pounds for files, computer printouts on occasion.

The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.

How We Make an Impact

Masterack is a pioneer in designing and manufacturing high-quality commercial work vehicle solutions. Proudly manufactured and installed in the United States, Masterack's skilled team creates an effective mobile workplace for tradespeople and technicians in a variety of industries and continues to help put innovative solutions in motion through its precision and efficiency.

• Overview : Masterack continuously works to offer innovative and robust steel, aluminum, and composite cargo management solutions. They are invested in expanding their manufacturing processes and product lines to better solve the challenges their customers face. For over 50 years, Masterack has been providing cargo management solutions for the nation's largest fleets and auto makers. Their product range includes interior steel and aluminum shelving systems, as well as the first patented roof-mounted clamping ladder rack introduced in 1972.

• Commitment to Excellence: Masterack is committed to adding value by building long-lasting partnerships with their customers. Their team of highly skilled engineers and experienced craftsmen ensures that personal care goes into each finished Masterack product. With in-house engineering, U.S.-based manufacturing, regional sales support, and responsive customer service, they strive to exceed customer expectations every time.

• Industries Served: Masterack has built trusted relationships with various industries across the U.S., including fleet servicing contractors, utility construction, appliance repair, pest control, and insurance carriers.

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Vacation, Paid Time OFF (PTO), and 10 paid holidays.
• Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
• Paid Job and Leadership Development training

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