Dover Food Retail
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Continuous Improvement Engineer
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Dover Food Retail . Location: Centerville, IA.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer to drive targeted, measurable, and sustainable improvements across all operations and support functions. You will co-own strategy and tactical development and execution for site initiatives and coach lean capabilities within the organization. The CI Engineer will work as an individual contributor, team facilitator and/or coach. You will help build a business environment that embraces Kaizen / Continuous Improvement (CI) and structured problem solving. This position reports to the factory CI Leader.
Responsibilities
Coach others to identify and take action to reduce waste, formally and informally
Form, facilitate, lead & participate on cross-functional teams
Use and coach data-based decision making and problem-solving processes
Facilitate, lead & participate in lean conversion actions
Train in the use of lean tools and develop lean capability across the organization
Work cross-functionally as a problem-solver and team builder
Organize Kaizen events and related logistics
Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude in all interactions
Collaborate in team environments as both contributor and leader
Motivate others to engage with and support the CI vision
Communicate effectively across levels and functions
Adapt to multiple business environments, audiences, and priorities
Share best practices with local CI staff, leadership, and Dover Enterprise teams
Document processes and develop system documentation as appropriate
Write business cases and capital expenditure requests; assess financial impact of sustained CI actions
Lead or co-lead facility and operations upgrades or enhancements
Other responsibilities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Ideally 5 to 7 years of Continuous Improvement experience; will consider all candidates with relevant bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications
Lean language proficiency
10+ years of proven experience implementing and sustaining DM, Flow, SW, POU, PULL
Hands-on experience with TPS/Lean Fundamentals (5S, SW, PSP, Kaizen, DM, VSM, TPI, Poka-Yoke, etc.)
Experience leading a Kaizen Promotion Office (KPO)
Experience leading Kaizens through Lean OPEX conversion
Cross-functional experience in Operations, Material Flow, Supply Chain, Customer Support, Accounting, Product Development
Experience with Project and Change Management tools
2+ years project management experience
Experience as a people manager or production supervisor
Strong computer and MS Office skills
To Be a Great Fit For The Role
All of the above
15+ years of Lean / OPEX experience
Experience as CI, Lean, OPEX Sensei, Trainer, Manager, or coach
Team-building, facilitation, and strong coaching skills
Ability to communicate and influence across functions and levels
Ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision
Change management skills to navigate organizational roadblocks
Experience developing Lean capability across cross-functional departments
Values and Why You Should Join Our Team Our values guide how we work and make decisions. They are expressed in our work and shape our performance: Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit; Winning Through Customers; Respect for People; Expectations for Results; High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust.
What’s in it for you?
Medical, Dental, and Vision
401k Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending
Paid Holidays
The statements herein describe the general nature of work and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Centerville, IA
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Continuous Improvement Engineer
role at
Dover Food Retail . Location: Centerville, IA.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for a Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer to drive targeted, measurable, and sustainable improvements across all operations and support functions. You will co-own strategy and tactical development and execution for site initiatives and coach lean capabilities within the organization. The CI Engineer will work as an individual contributor, team facilitator and/or coach. You will help build a business environment that embraces Kaizen / Continuous Improvement (CI) and structured problem solving. This position reports to the factory CI Leader.
Responsibilities
Coach others to identify and take action to reduce waste, formally and informally
Form, facilitate, lead & participate on cross-functional teams
Use and coach data-based decision making and problem-solving processes
Facilitate, lead & participate in lean conversion actions
Train in the use of lean tools and develop lean capability across the organization
Work cross-functionally as a problem-solver and team builder
Organize Kaizen events and related logistics
Maintain a positive, solution-oriented attitude in all interactions
Collaborate in team environments as both contributor and leader
Motivate others to engage with and support the CI vision
Communicate effectively across levels and functions
Adapt to multiple business environments, audiences, and priorities
Share best practices with local CI staff, leadership, and Dover Enterprise teams
Document processes and develop system documentation as appropriate
Write business cases and capital expenditure requests; assess financial impact of sustained CI actions
Lead or co-lead facility and operations upgrades or enhancements
Other responsibilities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Ideally 5 to 7 years of Continuous Improvement experience; will consider all candidates with relevant bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Qualifications
Lean language proficiency
10+ years of proven experience implementing and sustaining DM, Flow, SW, POU, PULL
Hands-on experience with TPS/Lean Fundamentals (5S, SW, PSP, Kaizen, DM, VSM, TPI, Poka-Yoke, etc.)
Experience leading a Kaizen Promotion Office (KPO)
Experience leading Kaizens through Lean OPEX conversion
Cross-functional experience in Operations, Material Flow, Supply Chain, Customer Support, Accounting, Product Development
Experience with Project and Change Management tools
2+ years project management experience
Experience as a people manager or production supervisor
Strong computer and MS Office skills
To Be a Great Fit For The Role
All of the above
15+ years of Lean / OPEX experience
Experience as CI, Lean, OPEX Sensei, Trainer, Manager, or coach
Team-building, facilitation, and strong coaching skills
Ability to communicate and influence across functions and levels
Ability to manage projects independently with minimal supervision
Change management skills to navigate organizational roadblocks
Experience developing Lean capability across cross-functional departments
Values and Why You Should Join Our Team Our values guide how we work and make decisions. They are expressed in our work and shape our performance: Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit; Winning Through Customers; Respect for People; Expectations for Results; High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust.
What’s in it for you?
Medical, Dental, and Vision
401k Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending
Paid Holidays
The statements herein describe the general nature of work and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities; they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
Centerville, IA
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