What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Specialist Elk Point position at Thermo Bond Buildings?
JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TBA-HR-FJ-269
SPECIALIST
REPORTS TO: Director of Continuous PAY: Salary
Improvements
POSITION Full Time FLSA CLASS Exempt
DEPARTMENT Operations SHIFT Day
JOB SUMMARY:
The Continuous Improvement Specialist identifies and implements continuous improvement projects
across all company locations. This role analyzes processes to reduce waste, increase labor efficiency
and equipment utilization, and lower operational costs, all while maintaining safety and quality
standards. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver who communicates well and can manage
multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- None
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Identify and implement continuous improvement projects across all company locations.
- Analyze processes and reduce the 8 wastes associated with lean manufacturing.
- Increase labor efficiency and equipment utilization.
- Develop solutions to reduce operational costs while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Optimize product flow and reduce production bottlenecks.
- Lead layout optimization initiatives to improve efficiency and workflow.
- Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, throughput,
waste reduction, and efficiency.
- Partner with location leadership and cross-functional teams to drive and sustain improvement
initiatives including 5S projects.
- Communicate project status, findings, and recommendations to stakeholders at all levels.
REQUIRED SKILLS / ABILITIES
The Continuous Improvement Specialist should have knowledge of business operations and
operational excellence practices, strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and time
management skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook or
similar software.
TRAVEL, HOURS OF WORK, & SUPERVISION:
This position normally requires the individual to be physically present at one or more TBB
manufacturing location Monday through Friday as deemed necessary. The Continuous Improvement
Specialist may be required to travel extensively and may frequently be required to remain out of town
on overnight trips in fulfillment of his or her job responsibilities. This position will report to the Director
of Continuous Improvement.
JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT TBA-HR-FJ-269
SPECIALIST
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS:
- None
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 2 years of experience in a related continuous improvement, manufacturing, or operations
role.
- No college degree required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
- Six Sigma green belt preferred, Kaizen, and/or Continuous Improvement training.
- Willingness and ability to travel to other company locations as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (including but not limited to):
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to work in cubicle setting.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Revision Date Author Description
8/18/2026 BP Original Release
8/21/2026 GR Updated
Salary : $51,333 - $74,491