Bonnell Aluminum is looking for a self-motivated individual. The ideal 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!

Candidate will be reporting to the plant management 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. 

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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 exists 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 or other Secondary degree highly preferred, however applicable experience will be considered. (Must have 5 years minimum experience to be considered).
• Previous demonstrated Leadership experience required.
• Must be able to work in the U.S. without Sponsorship.

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. 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.
• Effective 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:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life, 401k Matching
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement

 CURRENTLY NOT ENGAGING EXTERNAL RECRUITERS FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY