Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement (S)

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers’ success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to train and implement continuous improvement through the organization using various methods including training sessions, workshops, projects and on-going initiatives in lean manufacturing.  This position has a system-wide focus.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Adheres to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.
• Leads transformational business process improvements.
• Acts as a lean expert, providing recommendations, interacting and influencing senior plant management on lean approaches.
• Actively works with the plant’s leadership team to perform gap assessments on the Plant’s manufacturing system, create current and future state value stream maps, develops lean improvement plans and schedules.
• Leads cross functional teams through kaizen events and the implementation of the lean toolset (cellular flow, line balancing, standard work, 5S, material and information flow, total productive maintenance, quick change-over).
• Provides on-going communication to Plant and Senior Management on Lean initiatives.  Provides progress reports on the Plant’s lean initiatives.
• Ensures that workshop activities address all Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost requirements.
• Interacts with Black Belts and other members of the continuous improvement team to define targeted cost saving and lean projects that improve the value stream.
• Drives site-wide awareness and culture towards an inherent spirit of continuous improvement.
• Establishes best practices for the Business.  Works with the continuous improvement teams across Global Operation units to calibrate and establish company standards and guidelines for lean implementation.
• Leads lean material flow and implementation of lean tools to optimize the materials management.
• Supports new model launches.
• Provides training, mentoring, and facilitation on the Lean and Six Sigma toolset; implements Integer production system.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum Education: Four year degree in a technical discipline.  Degree in Industrial Engineering desirable.  Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 10 years of experience

Knowledge & Skills:

• Special Skills: Strong written and oral communication skills.  Demonstrated ability to lead team activities.  Excellent problem solving skills.  Strong computer and presentation skills.

• Specialized Knowledge: Lean Diagnosis and Lean Manufacturing knowledge including time studies, value stream mapping, pull systems, problem solving and 5S.

Our total rewards program is designed to attract, retain, and motivate associates to contribute to Integer’s success. Our compensation program includes base salary and a cash-based incentive program supporting our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide a comprehensive benefits package with immediate eligibility including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and adoption benefits. Parental leave is available after one year. Optional employee-paid programs include supplemental life insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance. Employees are immediately eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan with company matching contributions. We provide 80 hours (10 days) of company designated holidays per year plus an annual allotment of paid time off.

U.S. Applicants: Equal Opportunity Employer. In addition, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.