Job Description

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide product range including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, the famous rust-fighting formula that started it all. 

The primary result expected from the Continuous Improvement Engineer is to assist in the development and implementation of the continuous improvement/lean vision for the organization by coaching, mentoring, and leading teams to establish a culture of continuous improvement across the organization; ensuring adherence to the principles of lean manufacturing, and planning & facilitating strategic plans across multiple plant locations.

Tasks PROFILE:

Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Assist in the planning and implementation of lean manufacturing strategies to achieve overarching global business strategy.
• Coordinate lean manufacturing events/activities (i.e., kaizen/continuous improvement, value stream mapping, statistical problem solving, etc.) as required, including the planning of events and resources, training and leading teams, achieving event objectives, and documenting performance.
• Provide leadership in continuous improvement efforts to improve reliability, ease of use & maintenance, minimize changeover times, and to eradicate production losses.
• Coach & mentor operations’ team, including staff, supervisors, and crew leads on continuous improvement methods & processes to establish a culture where tools and methods are utilized in a standard way to deliver improvements.
• Develop lean leadership within local operations’ team to enable them to lead and execute their own lean activities within the plant according to the business strategy.
• Transition ownership of completed projects to the local operations’ team, and support sustaining activities to ensure results are maintained.
• Maintain positive work relationships with members of other teams to communicate effectively, and to ensure compliance with cross-team responsibilities.                

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Communicate with Supervisors, peers, or subordinates:  provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.
• Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.
• Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.
• Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Conduct all business with integrity.
• Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE

• English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• 2+ years of prior CI experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Good working knowledge of lean manufacturing principals.
• Prior project management experience preferred.
• Strong computer skills including MSO.
• Detail orientation.
• Ability to motivate others
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Green Belt Certification preferred.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, color or any other protected class.