Continuous Improvement Lead

Continuous Improvement Lead - Pageland, SC

Ready to change the future, your way? 

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Continuous Improvement Lead to unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.  

As a full-time Continuous Improvement Lead in the Operations Department at Aalberts, located in Pageland, SC. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, The CI Leader acts as role model and serves as a champion for successful and sustained Lean implementation. This position requires a leader that can facilitate and drive change in a fast paced and ever-changing environment leveraging their strong interpersonal and influencing skills. This high energy person should enjoy hands on participation and be able to development and coach others in the principles, practices, tools, and techniques of Lean/CI. 

the Aalberts way 

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet. 

your challenge 

• Coach and mentor managers, supervisors and shop-floor employees on Lean/CI principles, practices, and tools to positively impact Safety, Quality, Deliver, Cost, and Innovation. 

• Recognize and articulate current problems, gaps, and opportunities and leverage them in such a way as to build creative tension and compel the organization towards action. 

• Change agent to drive a problem-solving, continuous improvement, and continuous learning culture. Further the development of the CI culture in the organization by promoting success of the discipline and serving as an advocate for further adoption. 

• Lead and facilitate kaizen events and other continuous improvement activities to achieve measurable improvements in SQDCI. Identifies, tracks and report metrics to demonstrate the positive results achieved through continuous improvement efforts. 

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) for problem-solving and root cause analysis. Coaches, guides, leads, and enhances capability for problem-solving activities as necessary to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. 

• Help identify new projects through value stream mapping, data analysis and daily management system. Support and lead value stream mapping sessions to identify and eliminate the sources of waste, decrease lead times, lower costs, and increase overall value proposition for our customers. 

• Champion TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) program and drive improvements in overall equipment reliability. 

requirements 

• A minimum of three (3) years teaching, coaching, and applying Lean principles, tools, and techniques within a manufacturing environment and achievement of significant results. 

• Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. Must have facilitated multiple Kaizen events and delivered results against stated objectives. 

• A change agent that possesses the ability to influence decision making and build critical relationships in a manufacturing organization. 

• Passion and enthusiasm for driving improvement and leading change. 

• Proven track record for developing, training, and coaching teams. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Strong leadership, ability to engage people and motivate them to meet/exceed goals and objectives; and the ability to develop others. 

• Experience with automation applications and implementation a plus. 

targeted attributes 

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.  

• Lean certification from a reputable organization or certifying body; preferably (Bronze-level) certification from the Lean Certification Alliance. 

• Experience working in machining a plus. 

• American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB). 

why work at Aalberts?  

• Globally renowned company, dedicated to technological innovation and excellence 

• Diverse teams of passionate individuals, committed to making a difference 

• Professional growth and development opportunities  

• Think independently yet work as one team 

• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow 

about Aalberts 

We are a company of over 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life. Aalberts IPSA proudly supports eco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels, and next gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation truly matters and progress is really made for a clean, smart and responsible future.  

work environment 

• Regular presence on the production floor in a climate-controlled machine shop environment. 

• Operate high-volume machining in a manufacturing setting requiring proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment). 

• Including but not limited to: CNC machining centers, transfer machines, EMCO equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and an active tool room 

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods 

• Occasional lifting of materials or components up to 55 pounds 

• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, machine noise, oils, and industrial equipment 

• Use of appropriate PPE in designated areas 

• Maintain a stable, safety-focused manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on operational excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement. 

travel requirements 

There is no travel required for this role. 

compensation and benefits 

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our interview process. This role will observe our company’s 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off and competitive full suite benefits package. 

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts 

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments, selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentative time frame and is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage. 

our commitment to all 

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.  

 Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate.