Van Subaru · 2 months ago
Continuous Improvement Analyst-Distribution and Packaging
Lebanon, IN, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$57K/yr - $80K/yr
1+ years expVan Subaru is a globally renowned automobile manufacturer committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability. The Continuous Improvement Analyst will conduct time and motion studies and collaborate with various teams to improve packaging efficiency and manage related budgets.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Develops and conducts time and motion studies to establish standard production rates for packaging of service parts and other individual packaging assembly line roles and functions
Utilizes data to ensure efficient staffing for each packaging job, and assigns tasks to balance the workload among the packaging line operators to achieve the highest efficiency rate per individual part type commodities
Audits invoices by material and labor suppliers for validity against established pricing, contracts, and business rules and agreements
Resolves and negotiates billing discrepancies with suppliers. If not able to get a resolution, escalates disputed invoices to management or as directed to respective internal department that would best resolve the issue
Assists and makes recommendations to the Packaging Engineering Manager regarding package design and testing
Completes and analyzes cost reports obtained through independent process improvements
Approves in conjunction with Subaru of America's (SOA’s) Packaging Team, packaging specifications from parts suppliers and third-party packager, based on collaborate studies and tests done with third-party Packaging Team
Builds and maintains a dashboard that tracks and displays damage and defect trends in the field
Analyzes parts with increased rate of damage/defect for root cause and supports the design and implementation of packaging improvements
Notifies suppliers of inconsistencies and collaborates to obtain resolution
Produces and maintains a monthly price list for piece part packaging labor and packaging materials
Collaborates with Subaru Corporation of Japan (SBR), Packaging Team to resolve discrepancies and issues related to North American distribution practices
Qualification
Required
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work within a diverse and very fast-paced environment
Time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple critical projects and timelines
Strong analytical skills in identifying discrepancies across multiple reports
Computer skills including strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly ability to do advanced analysis using Excel, PowerBI, and report-writing using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Ability to perform with minimal supervision
Ability to multi-task and work in cross-functional teams
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Associate's Degree required
Up to 2 years of relevant work experience required and up to 2 years specifically, one (1) year of experience in a manufacturing or production or distribution environment
Familiar with conducting time and motion studies and process auditing required
Preferred
Familiarity with Oracle Discoverer, Manhattan Associates WMS, Twin Engines MRP preferred; this will become a requirement after initial training is complete
Continuous Improvement mindset - LEAN Six Sigma, Kaizen Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred in the areas of Packaging Science/Technology, Supply Chain or Logistics, Applied Manufacturing or Operations
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
Pension, Profit Sharing, and 401K Match Offerings
15 Vacation days, 5 Floating Holidays, 5 Sick days, and 9 Company Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program: $15,000 yearly benefit
Vehicle Discount Programs
Professional growth and development opportunities
Direct partnership with senior leadership
Formal Mentorship Program
LinkedIn Learning License
Company
Van Subaru
Van Subaru is a premier Subaru dealership in Kansas City, Missouri, and your local source for everything automotive! We are proud to offer a wide variety of services, including new and used Subaru sales, car service and maintenance, Subaru parts, and a leading finance department.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase