Continuous Improvement Analyst

• Support the Company�s mission, vision and values in performance of daily activities.
  

• Develop and drive the development of departmental strategic goals and identify and track key measurable to support the department goals.
  
• Develop, lead and implement cost reduction plans to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.
  

• Develop, lead and implement process improvement initiatives and activities throughout the plant to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.
  

• Review and measure manufacturing methods, technology application and workflow processes and apply lean/continuous improvement application skills.
  

• Responsible for working with the various departments to plan, execute, monitor and continuously improve plant and corporate objectives.
  

• Provide support and guidance to all departments in the application of lean/continuous improvement manufacturing techniques.
  

• Monitor the effectiveness of the Tower Automotive Production System, anticipate problems, implement corrective action and develop adjustments to the system.
  

• Develop, implement and monitor verification methods to ensure team members are gaining knowledge from the training and that the continuous improvement activities are sustainable long term.
  

• Track, monitor and implement required improvement activities related to business plan, goals, issues, etc.
  

• Direct and drive the utilization of problem solving methods for related plant and customer issues.
  

• Assist with plant activities to achieve customer cost reductions goals.
  

• Provide active leadership role in meeting / exceeding customer expectations in all related areas.
  

• Utilize teamwork to develop plant synergy.
  

• Support plant activities towards achieving customer awards and Quality registrations (ex. TS 16949, ISO 14001, Pentastar, etc.)
  

• Interface with customers and suppliers as appropriate.
  

• Responsible for following all internal and OSHA required procedures in performing daily activities and hold direct reports accountable for enforcement.
  

• Provide leadership essential to maintaining safety as a fundamental priority in plant based activities.
  

• Responsible for ensuring the entire team has the necessary training, tools and materials to properly perform their roles safely and efficiently.
  

• Assure all safety devices are properly in place and utilized, and to verify individual usage of personal protective equipment by the entire work team.
  

• Maintain a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
  

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the plant.
  

• Adherence to all company policies & procedures (ex. Quality Policy Manual, Colleague Handbook, Level II Procedures, etc).
  

Required Skills

• Bachelor�s Degree in business related field, prefer manufacturing, engineering or quality.
  

• Minimum of three (3) years experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in a metals environment preferred, or a combination of degree and experience.
  

• Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.
  

• Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.
  

• Specialized knowledge and the ability to train and mentor others in formal problem solving techniques such as Kaizen, value stream mapping, JIT synchronous, SMED quick die change, etc.
  

• Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
  

• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
  

• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
  

• Proven leadership ability and excellent interpersonal skills.
  

• Ability to interpret financial and performance data.
  

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
  

• Experience in quality and environmental measurables such as TS 16949 and ISO 14001.
  

• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.