主要职责/Primary Responsibilities:
1. Continuous Improvement
- Identify and facilitate process improvement projects, training/ workshops to drive cultural change.
- Delivers practical, hands-on training to associates on Lean manufacturing and tools to eliminate waste in all administrative, manufacturing and support functions. Promotes a Continuous Learning environment through development and delivery
- Conduct root cause analysis to determine metrics, troubleshoot manufacturing/ business and assembly issues, material flow, project plans, production capacity, facility design and create process documentation.
- Drive value stream mapping to define “As-Is Analysis” and the transition to Future State.
2. Digital Transformation & Project Management
- Carrying out advanced data collection and analysis for process mapping, develop budgets and cost analysis to determine project feasibility.
- Works with management to establish the budgetary requirements of the site. Responsible for CIP making and implementation. Supports budgets, performs analysis, and recommends how to maximize return on investments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and deploy digital solutions that enhance operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve inventory accuracy.
- Monitor and analyze production data to identify opportunities for automation, process improvements, and cost reductions.
- Develop and maintain a roadmap for plant digital transformation aligned with business objectives and industry best practices, including MES (Manufacturing Execution System), SRM (Supplier Relationship Management), and/or other related systems, with SAP ERP.
汇报线/Reporting Structure:
- Reports directly to the Director of Operations and Supply Chain.
- Works in close collaboration with IT, Production, Warehouse, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Quality departments, with clearly defined project roles in cross-functional initiatives.
基本要求 / Qualifications Required:
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, problem solving and analytical skills.
- Training in Lean manufacturing principles and Kaizen facilitation.
- Strong leadership skills, experience working in a unionized environment, ability to learn and apply new concepts and overcome obstacles with change.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft word, excel and ERP applications.
- Undergraduate degree in Engineering, technology or science related areas required or equivalent years of experience.
- Solid understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies; Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred with demonstrated project success.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or production environments, with a focus on digital transformation and process improvement projects. Must have successfully led multiple Kaizen events within a manufacturing environment. Good understanding of financial measurements and goals
- Proven track record of implementing digital systems such as WMS, MES, or ERP integrations, preferably within the SAP ecosystem.
- Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement. Excellent communication skills to lead cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in data analysis techniques to support process optimization and decision-making.
- Professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is essential.
- Action and hands-on orientated focus on driving improvement, shopfloor approach and solving root cause problems in CI
工作地点/ Working Location
- This role is based in Weihai, Shandong Province.
- Minimal travel is required, with the focus primarily on on-site operations and project implementation.
期望要求/ Desired
The CI Specialist is responsible to identify and improve the outcomes of manufacturing and operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Successful implementation and integration of digital projects (e.g., AS/RS, WMS/WCS, MES) within established timelines and budgets.
- Measurable improvements in production efficiency, such as reduced downtime, optimized inventory management, cost savings and enhanced throughput.
- Development and execution of a multi-year digital transformation strategy aligned with business objectives.
- Continuous fostering of a CI mindset within the plant, driving cultural change and enhancing team engagement in improvement initiatives.
- Maintenance of system uptime and performance across all digital platforms, ensuring seamless operation.
Preferred
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PMP
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English CET6
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6-Sigma Yellow Belt
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6-Sigma Black Belt
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6-Sigma Green Belt
