Continuous Improvement Specialist

Job Description:At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.SummaryThe Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for supporting the integration of continuous improvement in the plant operations at a large-scale residential roofing manufacturing facility. Responsible and accountable for continuous improvement and efficiencies across the plant’s products, systems, operations and processes. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager. The ideal candidate will have a solid Lean and/or Six Sigma background with the ability to coach, train and drive these projects within the plant.Essential DutiesSpecific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Lead the implementation of Lean principles to drive results (Safety, Quality, Customer Delivery, Cost Management) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.This is a change agent role meaning it is accountable for achieving results by implementing lean manufacturing methods through influence, facilitation, coaching, and mentoring the production and support teams (without any direct authority).Create a culture of continuous improvement by engaging people in improving the business.Develop the site team through hands-on improvement projects combined with relevant training in all manufacturing, support, and administrative functions.Measure and report progress to the site team and Plant Manager, ensuring that improvement projects and training are consistent with GAF Business Systems standards and sustained over time.Conduct gap assessments and ensure conformance to requirements of GAF Business Systems standards.Develop programs for quality improvements and actively promote Continuous Improvement.Present, facilitate and lead assigned process improvement events (Kaizen).Train and develop staff competencies in basic and advanced problem-solving methodologies.Collaborate with cross-organizational manufacturing management teams to ensure appropriate participation and support.Under This Roof, We RequireA Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Engineering, or the equivalent of 5+ years in a leadership role in manufacturing.Effective presentation and group facilitation skills.Under This Roof, We Also ValueExperience in implementing continuous improvements and improvement systems.Experience in supporting logistics, supply chain and 3rd party outsourcing and application of industrial systems management (IE methods).Excellent leadership, organizational and follow-up skills.Strong problem solving, team building, planning and decision making skills.Driven and able to influence others through leadership, teaching, and hands-on demonstrations of Lean principles and practices.Able to communicate effectively through all facets of the organization.Positive influencing, encouraging, and motivating others to get results.Proficient in developing Google Sheets, Slides, etc.Knowledgeable of bills of material, inventory methods, and purchasing strategies.Solid understanding of quality systems (data management, lab/test equipment calibration management, sampling and test plans, nonconformance/disposition, supplier management, CAPA, auditing).Ability to work independently, manage through others and maintain schedules and deadlines.

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