The Pond Guy · 1 month ago
Continuous Improvement Specialist
Armada, MI, US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Pond Guy is a leading manufacturer of pond, lake, and water garden products. They are seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive process improvements, analyze data, and enhance operational efficiency within their manufacturing and distribution facility.
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Responsibilities
Lead continuous business process improvement projects that reduce waste, enhance efficiency and quality, and guide initiatives from opportunity identification through execution and results monitoring
Analyze and interpret data from multiple sources to identify trends, root causes, and key inputs for operational decisions; determine appropriate review frequency and develop data systems that improve visibility and decision-making speed
Accelerate the rollout of process updates while taking accountability for resolving quality issues, investigating OFIs, identifying root causes, defining clear step-by-step actions, and driving solutions through to completion
Utilize LEAN Six Sigma and kaizen methodologies to identify process bottlenecks and implement improvements
Establish and maintain quality improvement systems that are functional, measurable, and adaptable to TPG’s unique operations
Review returns and credits data for spikes or patterns that signal process or quality concerns, proactively identifying issues before they escalate
Collaborate with internal teams to propose and implement solutions across sales channels, technology, and the repair center
Qualification
Required
5 years of experience in a manufacturing and distribution environment with a proven track record of creating continuous improvement
Strong analytical and statistical skills with experience in data trend analysis and process optimization
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across multiple teams and departments
Previous exposure to Six Sigma and LEAN principles and understanding of the methodologies
Practical, results-oriented mindset with the ability to shift between strategic analysis and hands-on implementation
Manual dexterity for working with small components
Ability to complete repetitive motions for long periods of time
Bending, continual lifting, lowering, and carrying packages that typically weigh 25 - 50 lb
Managing packages up to 150 lb
Standing/stooping for long periods of time
Benefits
Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare
Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance
Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision Insurance
Short-term Disability Insurance
Long-term Disability Insurance
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay effective immediately (8 holidays recognized)
401 (k) with employer 4% match and revenue sharing
Employee referral program with opportunities to earn up to $2,500 per referral
Additional Training Programs: Career Development and Department Shadows
Company
The Pond Guy
ThePondGuy is a mail-order pond, lake, water garden & water feature supply company.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase