Continuous Improvement Specialist, Operation

at  Natus Medical Incorporated

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Responsible for planning, directing, leading, and facilitating continuous improvement and lean manufacturing throughout the organization. As a key member of the Natus Sensory Operations team, you will participate in operational planning to maximize company profits through a coordinated effort of driving continuous improvement processes throughout the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Extensive experience developing and maintaining a lean culture, domestic and global manufacturing background.
• Extensive background with various lean manufacturing tools and concepts such as Kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping, pull systems, Cellular Manufacturing, SMED, 6-Sigma, Quality tools standard work, Kanban, Visual Controls, Mistake Proofing, TPM and statistical engineering.
• Proven skills and ability to mentor and train the work force.
• Become the ambassador for Lean learning for the organization.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Must be hands on (not a consulting type role).

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• BS degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or related field required, with an MS or MBA desired.
• 2 years solid experience in manufacturing environment working with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.

• Serve as lean culture champion throughout the organization.
• Execute corporate goals for business process improvements in the different functional areas throughout Natus Sensory.
• Review and analysis of space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Mentor others in Lean, Six Sigma Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Ensure entire Operations’ team are properly trained in continuous improvement to attain strategic objectives.
• Lead and execute Continuous Improvement Summits and Kaizen events.
• Work with the various functional departments to improve business processes, driving saving initiatives.
• Work with Human Resources to establish training guidelines.
• Travel will be required.