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Job Details

**High consideration given to applicants in or within a commutable distance from Baltimore, MD**

What you will do:

In accordance with corporate and group policies and procedures, and under direction of the Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager for the Applied Parts Business, the Continuous Improvement Specialist shall take ownership for the effective and timely application of lean tools and principles through the exercise of project management. You will evaluate current business performance and identify gaps in critical areas which limit efficient operations. This role is responsible for establishing and implementing improvement plans while supervising progress to ensure updates achieve desired results and are initiated in a timely manner. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

How you will do it!

• Use/benchmark standard methodologies to drive consistent implementation across the organization




• Lead the improvement of processes and systems for the company and implement programs that will have continuing long-term benefits




• Establish measurable standards at the start of a project and then compare against actual project results and regularly generate detailed updated reports for management




• Prepares detailed plans, drives project performance, and assures timely completion of product/process improvement, using standard tracking and reporting systems




• Guide and challenge cross-functional teams in development and initiation of continuous improvement activities to reduce cycle time, inventory, and waste while improving process performance, quality, and standardizing the processes




• Guides the development of methods and better practices to reduce process variation and supports in the development of new processes




• Interact with colleagues, functional leaders, and other departments to ensure that strategic objectives are considered in ongoing projects to achieve identified goals




• Function as a resource for continuous improvement methodologies, through the facilitation and use of Lean tools, techniques, and methodologies in all levels and aspects of the business




• Implements SOPs across the Baltimore Parts Center and other parts hubs




• Ability to challenge status quo while managing ambiguity




• Work with teams on the shop floor to complete waste walks and improvement action




• You're seeking a career focused on a better tomorrow. Don't wait for tomorrow, apply today!

What we look for:

Required

• University degree and 1 year suggested minimum experience, or 2 year degree and 6 years suggested minimum experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience




• Proven continuous improvement experience in a similar role to include the application of lean principles, statistical tools and methods, process improvement and KPI tracking




• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)




• Highly effective interpersonal and organizational skills, professional communication, and decision-making abilities




• Ability to exercise influence without authority




• Adept to thinking strategically, envisioning future states and creating change




• Ability to be proactive, follow up and follow through on regular activities and lead projects




• Be able to establish solid relationships with diverse internal and external clientele

Preferred

• Black-belt (preferably) or Green-belt Certification

Benefits include but are not limited to: Medical (FSA & HSA), Dental, Vision, Health Support Programs, Well-Being Program, 401K and more.

Where legally permissible, if hired, candidate is required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 no later than his/her start date, unless candidate has a valid medical condition or sincerely held religious belief precluding the individual from receiving the vaccine.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.