Specialist, Lean SR.
Date: Nov 18, 2024
Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30116
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: BWP
Southwire Job Description
Job Summary/Objective:
The Lean Senior Specialist is responsible for leading cross-functional projects designed to analyze and design sequence
of operations and work flows to improve efficiencies. The Lean Senior Specialist will participate on multiple projects
and apply continuous improvement techniques leveraging Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to solve problems
(DMAIC) and build new capabilities. This position is a change agent who challenges organizational leaders to drive
continuous improvements; remove organizational barriers to continuous improvement processes.
Key Responsibilities:
• Participate on multiple projects, and occasionally lead, applying continuous improvement techniques leveraging Six
Sigma and Lean methodologies to solve problems (DMAIC) and build new capabilities.
• Assist the Lean Leader and/or conduct studies pertaining to cost control, cost reduction, inventory control, and
production record systems.
• Facilitate and Co-facilitate Kaizen events as appropriate to expand skills in driving continuous improvements in
operations and office areas including effective preparation and follow-up.
• Develop and implement plans and programs for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods.
• Interface with other departments to identify improvement opportunities to drive high quality and efficient processes.
• Mobilize problem solving teams and supporting groups to streamline processes.
• Share best practices with other site Lean Senior Specialist and develop coordinated plans.
Education, Experience, and Skills:
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's
Years of Experience: 5+
Field of Expertise: Lean, Continuous Improvement
Preferred:
Certificates: Six Sigma Green Belt
Competencies
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Atlanta