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GAF · 14 hours ago

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Newton, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $126K/yr

5+ years exp

GAF is a leader in residential roofing materials, currently constructing a new shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. The Continuous Improvement Engineer will support the integration of continuous improvement in plant operations, focusing on driving efficiencies and leading lean manufacturing initiatives.

Building MaterialCommercialConstructionManufacturingReal EstateResidential

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of lean principles to drive results (Safety, Quality, Customer Delivery, Cost Management) in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

This is a change agent role meaning it is accountable for achieving results by implementing lean manufacturing methods through influence, facilitation, coaching, and mentoring the production and support teams (without any direct authority)

Create a culture of continuous improvement by engaging people in improving the business. Developing the site team through hands-on improvement projects combined with relevant training in all manufacturing, support, and administrative functions

Measure and report progress to the site team and Plant Manager. Ensuring that improvement projects and training are consistent with GAF Business Systems standards and sustained over time. Advertising the plant team’s successes to upper management and ensuring credit is given at the lowest level possible in the organization

Conduct gap assessments and ensure conformance to requirements of GAF Business Systems standards

Develop programs for quality improvements and actively promotes Continuous Improvement

Present, facilitates and leads assigned process improvement events (Kaizen)

Train and develop staff competencies in basic and advanced problem solving methodologies

Collaborate with cross-organizational manufacturing management teams to ensure appropriate participation and support

Qualification

Lean principlesSix SigmaContinuous improvementManufacturing leadershipQuality systemsTeam buildingGoogle SheetsProblem solvingEffective communicationPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) preferably in Engineering

The equivalent of 5+ years in a leadership role in manufacturing

Experience in implementing continuous improvements and improvement systems

Preferred

Experience in supporting logistics, supply chain and 3rd party outsourcing and application of industrial systems management (IE methods)

Excellent leadership, organizational and follow-up skills

Strong problem solving, team building, planning and decision-making skills

Driven and able to influence others through leadership, teaching, and hands-on demonstrations of Lean principles and practices

Able to communicate effectively through all facets of the organization

Positive influencing, encouraging, and motivating others to get results

Effective presentation and group facilitation skills are required

Proficient in developing Google Sheets, Slides, etc

Knowledgeable of bills of material, inventory methods, and purchasing strategies

Solid understanding of quality systems (data management, lab/test equipment calibration management, sampling and test plans, nonconformance/disposition, supplier management, CAPA, auditing)

Ability to work independently, manage through others and maintain schedules and deadlines

Benefits

We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.

Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.