Ems - Continuous Improvement Engineer/ Specialist

EMS - Continuous Improvement Engineer/ Specialist

Position ID:     req45970
Sector:     BA North America
Functional Area:     EMS/EPS/Continuous Improvement

Location:     Fletcher RDC

Number of Openings:         1
Employment Type:     Permanent

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

EMS-Continuous Improvement Engineer/Specialist
Imagine what thepossibilities are. Then create them.
AtElectrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shapeliving for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We shareideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliverenjoyable and sustainable living.
Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectivesmake us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and growtogether.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.

All about the role:
The EMS - Continuous Improvement Engineersupports the Fletcher, NC Distribution Centre in implementing leanmanufacturing principles (Electrolux Manufacturing System), leading continuousimprovement processes, problem solving, training and employee involvement.  In addition, they will lead and direct thechange agents in the development and delivery of educational programs, trainingcourse and certification classes to maintain best practices that align with theoverall mission and vison of the organization.

What you'll do:   
In this role you will drive EMS deployment across theoperation while implementing lean tools and standards to achieve the objectivesfor quality, cost, safety, deliveries, and environmental sustainability. Trackthe status of implementation of EMS at the site and ensure that the leancertification processes are adhered to. Develop and maintain KPI's, visualmanagement and signage to global EMS standards. Ensure all EMS training andimprovement activities are according to the globally defined standards. Collaborateswith leadership team to identify process improvement opportunities within theirdepartments. Conduct training for Change Agents and sponsors within factories. Promotelean manufacturing best practice sharing across the operation includingbenchmarking other Electrolux sites. Co-drive the EMS cultural changemotivating and empowering all employees. Support Reno, NV DC in EMS journey asneeded.

In detail, you will:

• Leadership skills - lead and inspire members of the team to develop and achieve great results.
• Influencing skills and coaching - create a space where people want to step out of their comfort zone and take on new challenges. Inspire others to grow, share your knowledge and learn from other perspectives.
• Team oriented - cross-functional collaboration is critical. You should be comfortable and value working with people from different backgrounds and with different responsibilities.
• Acumen - you need to analyze complex information, develop insights, and implement actions.
• Proactive - you are always thinking about how we continue to raise our level of performance.
• Result-oriented and a passion for process excellence.

Qualifications required:

• Bachelor's degree in, one or more of the following, Engineering/Lean Manufacturing/ Logistics/Supply Chain/Production/ Project Management
• Min. 2 - 5 years of Manufacturing or Lean Manufacturing experience
• Fully proficient in written and verbal English
• Willing and able to travel to other sites for events and trainings 25% of the time.
• Lean certification preferred
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) preferred

Where you'llbe:

 
This positionwill be based at our Electrolux Operations Center in Fletcher, NC.

Benefitshighlights:

• Medical benefits start day one
• Generous 401K match
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities

As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in youand your development. There are no barriers to where your career could takeyou.

Find more on:

Electrolux North America: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrolux/life/northamerica/

ElectroluxHome Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualifiedapplicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteranstatus. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the applicationprocess because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company ispleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as aresult of such a request.

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COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Electrolux shapes living for the better by reinventing taste, care and wellbeing experiences, making life more enjoyable and sustainable for millions of people. As a leading global appliance company, we place the consumer at the heart of everything we do. Through our brands, including Electrolux, AEG, Anova, Frigidaire, Westinghouse and Zanussi, we sell more than 60 million household and professional products in more than 150 markets every year. In 2017 Electrolux had sales of SEK 122 billion and employed 56,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.