Specialist, Continuous Improvement

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Job Title: Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Job Code: 32017

Job Location: Londonderry, NH

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

*Job Description: *

The Continuous Improvement Senior Specialist is responsible for leading and supporting initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role partners with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement process improvements, and foster a culture of continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

Essential Functions:

•    Lead or facilitate process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies. •    Analyze physical and business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend solutions to enhance productivity, reduce        costs, and improve quality. •    Collect and interpret data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities. •    Develop and deliver training on continuous improvement tools and best practices to employees at all levels. •    Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables. •    Track and report on project progress, benefits realization, and key performance indicators (KPIs). •    Support the development and implementation of standard ways of working, Standard Work and best practices •    Promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging employees and encouraging idea generation. •    Mentor and coach junior team members and project participants.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience, or Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

•    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt; Black Belt certification preferred. •    Preference given to degrees in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field •    Proven track record of leading successful process improvement projects. •    Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. •    Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills. •    Proficient in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Minitab, Power BI) and process mapping software (e.g., Visio). •    Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, defense, or electro-mechanical industries is a plus. •    Results-oriented and proactive •    Change management expertise •    Strong business acumen •    Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization •    Attention to detail and commitment to quality

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