Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator

at  Jones Healthcare Group

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

If you love driving operational improvements that make a real impact on efficiency and productivity, you will want to consider this role.
If you get inspired by the power of Lean methodologies to transform processes and foster growth, this position is the right fit.
If you are driven by achieving measurable results and leading successful improvement initiatives, this is the opportunity for you.
As a Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator, you will be responsible for leading the development and execution of continuous improvement projects that enhance operational efficiency, safety, and product quality. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to solve problems, eliminate waste, and optimize processes. Your leadership will be key in driving cultural change toward a more efficient, Lean-focused operation while ensuring alignment with company objectives.

JOIN JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP - WHERE INNOVATION MEETS PURPOSE!

At Jones, we’re committed to the environment, our team, communities, and consumers, and we’re inspired to make a meaningful impact through advanced packaging and medication dispensing solutions.
Learn more about us here: www.joneshealthcaregroup.com.

MORE ABOUT YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lean Champion: Provide hands-on assistance to Operations in troubleshooting production concerns, ensuring smooth daily operations while sharing your expertise in process capabilities, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
• Root Cause Analysis: Use robust problem-solving techniques and analytical tools to lead cross-functional teams in root cause analysis, driving improvements in operational efficiency.
• Production Analysis and Reporting: Support the creation and analysis of production reports, with a focus on enhancing safety, minimizing downtime, maximizing uptime, reducing scrap, improving throughput, and addressing labour needs.
• Operations Improvement: Assist Operations by addressing requests aimed at improving safety, quality, process flow, and waste reduction, while participating in daily meetings to update on ongoing improvement projects.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion the Lean manufacturing roadmap by identifying and driving improvement projects that deliver measurable savings and long-term benefits to operational KPIs.
• Performance Tracking: Lead Lean initiatives such as 5S, SMED, and Kaizen events to reduce bottlenecks and waste, while tracking and reporting performance on continuous improvement projects to leadership.
• Equipment and Process Optimization: Analyze current workflows and identify areas for improvement, implementing best practices while establishing procedures for equipment safety, operation, and setup.
• Mentorship and Continuous Improvement Culture: Act as an ambassador for Lean, mentoring colleagues through training and coaching on continuous improvement tools, techniques, and standard operating procedures.
• Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams through root cause analysis, Lean events, and kaizen projects, providing hands-on support and managing project timelines and priorities.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with the company’s Quality Management System and all Health & Safety and Environmental policies, promoting a safe and compliant workplace.