What are the responsibilities and job description for the 5S Coordinator position at SKF?
Location: Flowery Branch, GA
Shift: 1st Shift (7am - 3PM)
About SKF:
SKF has been making the world spin since 1907!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that's dedicated to a culture of belonging, where our people flourish in an equitable environment that promotes leadership development and career growth.
As an SKF team member, you’ll join 40,000 colleagues from more than 130 countries developing bearing technology and services that make rotation more reliable and sustainable. Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF aims to have net zero greenhouse gas emissions at all our production facilities by 2030.
SKF products keep vehicles rolling, power the machines that put food on your table, and even reach into the cosmos as part of the Mars rover mission. Founded in Sweden in 1907, today SKF is publicly traded on the Nasdaq Stockholm with annual sales in 2020 of approximately $10 billion.
Position Summary:
The purpose of this position is to design, build, and implement 5S throughout the factory. In this position you will have the opportunity to provide vision and support for 5S implementation; facilitate improvement efforts (5S, Kiazen, etc.). You will contribute to problem solving efforts.
Responsibilities Include But Not Limited to:
- Train employees in 5S/Kiazen concepts/principles.
- Develop effective training materials, tools, and resources.
- Prepare/install visual postings for 5S and improvements (signs, markings, etc.).
- Facilitate and participate in ongoing improvement projects involving 5S, Kiazen, etc.
- Coordinate with leadership to implement projects (5S, Kiazen, etc.).
- Develop an annual strategy for improvements and projects.
- Monitor 5S/Kiazen/improvement projects to mitigate any obstacles.
- Establishes metrics to monitor/sustain improvements (inspections, audits, etc.).
- Audit factory and office areas to ensure compliance/sustainment.
- Participate in problem solving throughout the factory/office to provide physical/visual solutions.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools to build/install solutions.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 3-5 years 5S/Project management experience.
- Specialized training in 5S, Kiazen, and project management preferred.
- Ability to stand for long periods.
- Proficient in basic computer skills.
Desired Skills and Attributes:
- Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
- Experienced with hand tools and power tools.
- High competency with process improvement.
- Works well on a team as well as independently.
What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a robust PTO policy and 13 paid holidays!
SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace! We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working. SKF Honors First responders, and military veteran employees! Minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse and incentives for healthy living!
Invest in your Future. SKF offers amazing retirement options! Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested). Regardless of your participation, SKF automatically contributes 5% into your account per pay period (3 Years Vesting).
SKF Cares! The four fundamental cornerstones of SKF Care - Business, Environment, Employees and the Community are critical for us to sustain long-term success.
Much more! Growth opportunities, tuition reimbursement, voluntary critical illness coverage, voluntary legal plan, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!
Location: Flowery Branch, GA
Reports to: BE SPS and Six Sigma Manager Logistic Manager
Job ID: 16292
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