Lean Manufacturing Specialist jobs in Richmond, VA

Novelis – Richmond has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Specialist. This position reports to the Process Engineer. We will provide a detailed training plan as we are here to provide opportunity for success.

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Responsibilities Include:

• Lead or co-lead various Improvement Events – Rapid Improvement Events, Value Stream Analysis, 6s, Standard Work, Flow Cells and DMAIC projects resulting in measurable business improvements.
• Partner with Process Owners, Project Sponsors, and other CI resources to drive results.
• Coach and support Green Belts and line management in continuous improvement activities
• Assist in identifying continuous improvement opportunities.
• Define the scope and financial justification of improvement opportunities.
• Become an expert in the use of Lean and Six Sigma tools; ensure that the tools are used appropriately by team members.
• Report CI Events status and results

Required Qualifications:

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in relevant experience required.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years in continuous improvement
• High degree of understanding of WCM management system
• Six Sigma or Lean black belt training/certification or Lean certification required, includes both education and the hands-on ability to lead teams and implement improvements.
• Proven ability to successfully implement improvement within an established time frame, then sustain improvements.
• High energy, data driven, and results oriented.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills and organization skills, must be comfortable instructing and addressing large groups at all levels of the organization from shop floor to senior leadership

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• North Chesterfield, VA 23237: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person