Job DescriptionBrunswick New York Mills OperationPosition: Lean FacilitatorReports to: Continuous Improvement ManagerAbout Us:Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity in the boating and fishing industry? Brunswick New York Mills Operations is the innovative manufacturer of Lund and Crestliner Boats. We pride ourselves on building the highest quality, most durable and innovative fishing boats in the industry. If you have a passion for fishing or boating, and desire a career in a growing organization with a team focus, we encourage you to apply for a position with us. Brunswick New York Mills Operations is looking for individuals to join our team who are proud of our incredible legacy and share in our vision to create life-long memories on the water!Description Actively supports and responds to team members. Performs problem solving and improvement kaizen activities.
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Essential Functions: Utilizes a structured approach to problem solving using Lean 6 Sigma Tools. Works with Team Leader to ensure that quality criteria is followed and quality checks are completed appropriately using standardized work, job instruction (JI), and quality criteria. Uses job instruction (JI) training method, where applicable. Facilitate quick response to problems. Performs problem identification and kaizen activities. Ensures measurable improvement to goals. Encourages safe behavior and 5s housekeeping activities. Conducts hour x hour, standardized work, and problem solving documentation. Support training initiatives of team members in standardized work through job instruction (JI) . Maintains daily communication with Work Team Leader and team members. Maintains effective communication and cooperation with all other Lean Coordinators and shifts. Actively engages and encourages involvement of team members in improvement initiatives. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.Minimum Requirements: Successfully complete Green Belt Training Program or equivalent development. Demonstrated initiative to lead others for improved performance and consistently demonstrated job performance that exceeds expectations.Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills including ability to challenge team members/peers appropriately to follow standards. Ability to appropriately apply LSS Tools, i.e., Standardized Work, Job Instructions, Work Balance Chart, Time / Motion Observations. etc. Knowledge of and ability to convert Yellow / Green Card Process to executable Lean events. Ability to practice and document Lean Kaizen events. Demonstrated ability to teach others, build effective relationships, flexibility and ability to implement and manage change effectively.Exhibits a willingness to help others, eagerness to learn, and uses a Servant Leadership style.Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations.Desired Skills: Able to perform all jobs in area and adjacent areas within Takt Time and to Standardized Work.Good working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word)About the Company:Based in New York Mills, MN - Lund Boats has been manufacturing high quality aluminum and fiberglass fishing boats since 1948. Lund Boats are built by people who love to fish and take pride in engineering and building the most innovative and durable fishing boat on the market. Whether you're a part-time weekend angler or a serious tournament pro or guide, Lund prides itself on delivering the Ultimate Fishing Experience!
Internship in Continuous Improvement or Operations Management