Lean Manufacturing Specialist

KEITH Walking Floor Systems provide horizontal loading/unloading solutions for bulk materials, pallets, bales and rolls. The company’s state of the art machining facility in Madras, Oregon operates using Lean Manufacturing practices. We are seeking high performance team members with a commitment to quality work with a positive attitude.
Submit your completed application at keithwalkingfloor.com/current openings.
Responsibilities include implementation of strategies for continuous improvement programs to improve manufacturing operations. Evaluate and support continuous improvement activities to optimize production flow. Manage and audit 6S systems. Lead Kaizen events for process improvement. Plan and organize Kanban, JIT deliveries and WIP utilizing ERP System. Drive continuous improvement and sustainment culture. Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to make recommendations for improvements within facilities.
Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of 18 years of age. May be required to pass employer performance tests including pre-employment drug screening. BS in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations or related degree is preferred. Expertise in Lean and Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies is required. Experience leading lean efforts in a manufacturing environment required. Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment focusing on quality and attention to detail.
Physical requirements include ability to sit or stand for 8 to 10 hours at a time. Lift 25 lbs. repetitively. Production facility exposed to continual machine noise.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: DOE
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy Health Plan. Short Term Disability and Life Insurance.
Paid Vacation Time. Paid Holidays. 401K Retirement Plan with employer contribution.
Visit our website at: https://www.keithwalkingfloor.com/
KEITH Manufacturing Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.