Continuous Imp Specialist II

at General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems Inc in Marion, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Continuous Imp Specialist II
Job Locations

US-IL-Marion

Requisition ID 
2024-31263  

Position Type 
Full Time  

Position Classification 
On-Site  

Job Function 
Manufacturing
Overview

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for a Continous Improvement Specialist II to join our Marion, IL team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.
GD-OTS in Marion, IL offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.
Summary:
Analyzes and measures the effectiveness of existing business processes and develops sustainable, repeatable and quantifiable business process improvements | Researches best business practices within and outside the organization to establish benchmark data | Collects and analyzes process data to initiate, develop and recommend business practices and procedures that focus on enhanced safety, increased productivity and reduced cost | Determines how new information technologies can support reengineering business processes | May specialize in one or more of the following areas: benchmarking, business process analysis and reengineering, change management and measurement, and/or process-driven systems requirements

Major Position Responsibilities

Studies organizational processes and operations and develops quality and efficiency improvements.
Evaluates internal processes and identifies opportunities for improvements.
Gathers data for key performance indicators for functions being reviewed, evaluates current state, and proposes future state goals and objectives.
Measures results of implemented improvement strategies and modifies continuous improvement programs in response.
Assists in the development and delivery of continuous improvement related training programs.

Basic Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
Associate's Degree
Equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience
2-4 years experience relevant to the positions functional area
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management prefferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to work as part of a team
Problem Management, Judgement, Detail Oriented, Attentiveness, and Project Management Skills
Strong knowledge and experience in Continuous Improvement (Lean methods)
VSM (Value Stream Map)
TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
Standard Work
SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Dies)
TPI (Transactional Process Improvement)
5S
Kanban
Six Sigma / DMAIC
Root Cause Analysis
Change Leadership
Lean Manufacturing
Daily Management / Gemba
Continuous Flow
Toyota Production System (TPS)
A3 Problem Solving
Experience leading groups of diverse people in Lean and/or Six Sigma events
Entrepreneurial mindset
Curiosity
Proactive
Hands-on, not afraid of getting dirty to learn / grow
Drive, Persistence, Resilience
Adaptability
Relationship builder
Servant-style leader
Welcomes challenges
Problem Solving / Critical Thinking
Data Analytics
Minitab
Emotional Intelligence / EQ
Communications
Influence and Persuasion
Coaching Ability
Willingness to go the extra mile
Other Requirements:
Proficiency with MS Office 365 tools
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

GD-OTS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled