JOB DESCRIPTION:

Bonnell Aluminum is looking for a self-motivated individual. Ideal candidates will possess integrity, passion, and a strong desire to achieve and succeed. The ability to thrive in a changing environment and demonstrate strong time management and prioritization skills is crucial to this position. Must be ready to work as a part of a team and assist wherever needed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidate will be reporting to the plant manager directly with dotted-line responsibility to the Director of Operational Excellence. This position is developmental/transitional, and the candidate should be capable of being considered for future Managerial, Engineering, Quality or Divisional OE succession

Duties and Tasks/Essential Functions:

Support and assure the integrity of the Bonnell Business system

• Use the Business System as the guide to drive systems and decisions
• Support/assure management standard work exist and is effective
• Drive/Co-own the PDM process to assure direction of improvement supports plant goals
• Track and report on key metrics as defined by the PDM
• Establish review schedule and standard work for PDM activities
• Support management with critical thinking processes to elevate the organization

Able to be trained and provide training in OPEX methodologies and tools

• Lead, direct, and mentor OPEX Greenbelts and their project teams
• Track and report on key projects, participate actively in phase gate reviews
• Maintain and keep current list of potential projects i.e., manage project portfolio
• Will be a part of a wider OPEX network and should be able to travel and assist in training, OPEX events, and other Divisional activities

Coach and mentor

• Work with high-performance teams to develop operators by coaching problem-solving methods at the source for root-cause elimination
• Resource for goal setting and opportunity identification
• Safety mentor and advocate
• Facilitate Kaizen and Mentor others to do so

Education and/or Experience

• Blackbelt or Greenbelt certification or ability to certify with project results will be expected.
• Master of Science in Engineering or other Secondary degree highly preferred, however BS in an Engineering Field and/or applicable experience will be considered. (Must have 5 years minimum of applicable experience to be considered).
• Previously demonstrated leadership experience required.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the qualifications, knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Demonstrates safety as a key competency
• Demonstrated Critical thinking skills
• Computer skills preferred at a minimum proficient in MS Office.
• Strong business acumen of performance metrics
• Ability to motivate and lead
• Demonstrated passion about Operational Excellence
• Good communication skills
• Demonstrated responsibility for personnel development
• Demonstrates awareness of organizational, cultural group and/or interpersonal dynamics through attentive listening and ability to read the environment
• Ability to travel and support other facilities if required
• Facilitate Kaizen & Mentor others to do so

COMPENSATION:

Salary: Based on Experience

• Employee Benefits:
• Paid Vacation
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401