Lean Change Agent

Pay Range: $90,000 - $95,000

Shift:1st Monday – Friday ~8:00am – ~5:00pm EST

Location: 6550 Judge Adams Rd. Whitsett, NC 27377

YOUR ROLE

The BPE (Business Process Excellence) Lean Agent assists in driving critical continuous improvement initiatives within the associated warehouse/facility. This role helps the site to meet and exceed expected standards specifically in regards to CEVA’s continuous improvement programs. These programs include SCA (Site Classification Assessment), TCA (Transportation Classification Assessment), A3 & A4 Kaizen Program, Contract Review, Business Process Kaizen, and CEVA Way training. In doing so, this role is critical to creating the continuous improvement culture, the “CEVA Way”, within the operations by utilizing best-practices to establish reliable, consistent, standard processes.

(The Lean Agent Position can be at a level 1,2, or 3 depending on knowledge and experience)

We encourage internal employees to apply if you have interest or a passion for continuous improvement or business process excellence and looking to grow your career in this space! There are several opportunities throughout the USA, Mexico, and Canada!

For more information, please reach out to Carmen Melendez through internal Skype or email

What you are going to do

· Site-level “train-the-trainer” for Lean methodology and Kaizen

· Coordinate site-level Kaizen Program (Dr. Kaizen, Kaizen submissions, site goals, etc)

· Collaborate with Regional BPE Team on larger initiatives such as Contract Review, Deep Dives and Business Process Kaizens

· Conduct site-level training for CEVA Way

· Assist in creating customer and internal presentations on BPE initiatives

· Conduct internal assessments for SCA/TCA;

· build gap-plans for all areas of sub-optimal assessment

· work with site-management to close gaps and remain compliant

· Participate in various Project Teams

· Facilitate and lead continuous improvement projects within the facility or campus

· Assist in any operational implementations within the facility or campus

· Ensure CEVA guidelines are followed

· Update site cost-model for any process changes

· Support new-hire orientation and training for Lean methodology

· Drive ‘green’ initiatives within the facility

· Collaborate with Innovation Ambassadors to pilot potential innovation within the facility

· Other duties as assigned

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

· Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required. At least two (2) years’ experience in Logistics preferred, but equivalent schooling/training acceptable.

Languages and Communication Skills

· Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees.

Computer Skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), internet, web-based and job specific software applications.

Other Skills/Experience

· Must have excellent project management and team building skills.

· Demonstrated professionalism and must have a high degree of logic, initiative, self-organization, and creativeness.

· Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in demanding environments with tight deadlines. Balance team and individual responsibilities.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER? With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together. It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role. ABOUT TOMORROW We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and

rewarding career.