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Reference #: | LEANS001252 |
Position Type: | Regular, Full-time |
Remote work options: | Hybrid |
Location: | London, Ontario |
Date Posted: | Jul 11, 2024 |
Job Description
Convergix Automation Solutions is looking for a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt to join our growing team. Reporting to the VP PMO, Continuous Improvement and Quality, the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, developing and executing Continuous Improvement activities within the Convergix suite of companies utilizing Lean Six Sigma Tools. You will manage cross-functional teams to successfully complete these initiatives. Additionally, you will facilitate for targeted actives in support of the business including but not limited to; lessons learned, value-stream mapping, rapid improvement Kaizen events and identifying and eliminating barriers to continuous improvements.
What would a typical day look like?
- Assist in the prioritization of initiatives
- Establish measurement criteria, quantify targeted results, and identify anticipated benefits
- Improve processes by eliminating waste
- Maintain Convergix database of continuous improvement initiatives
- Generating clear problem statements/gap analyses
- Identifying actionable metrics and benchmarks to track improvements
- Training and empowering each team to lead projects and work to share best practices with other Business Units
- Providing motivation, a sense of urgency, focus, and direction to team members
- Preparing and presenting regular updates summarizing project results
- Evaluating and ensuring project effectiveness
- Meet annual targets or project specific goals for cost savings that exceed this position’s annual overhead costs
- Train others (managers and individual contributors) in Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies with emphasis on problem identification, establishing base lines, and root cause analysis.
- Coach/mentor individuals at all levels of the company who are engaged in process improvement, problem identification and solution implementation.
- Look for and anticipate the need for improvement and serve as a catalyst for change.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships across all business functions and all levels of the organization
- Lead teams in troubleshooting and resolution of machines / systems failing to meet the contracted acceptance criteria
What qualifies you for this opportunity?
- Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience deploying Lean Six Sigma, including experience in both direct and indirect (transactional) processes
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification required
- Have led at least 10 continuous improvement projects and/or formal Kaizen events
- Must have the ability to become proficient in company systems, processes, and tools
- Experience in custom engineered solution businesses as well as factory automation is ideal
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and MiniTab, experience with LeanDNA preferred
- 3+ years supervisory experience preferred
- Reliable transportation and an ability to travel; Lean Six Sigma Black Belts should have the ability to travel within the US and Canada
- Travel for this opportunity will be approximately 50% depending on the successful candidate’s proximity to Convergix Business Units
Physical Demands:
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
- Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
What does CONVERGIX Offer You?
Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:
- Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!)
- Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
- Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools
- The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
- A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life
ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS
Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems including, robotics, controls, material handling, information and software systems, process automation in a variety of manufacturing industries. With over 900 employees, 25+ Locations worldwide and $300M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically as well through acquisition to become a leading $1B Automation Integration global partner. We are a single source automation solutions provider that leverages the geography, technology, industry expertise and capacity of the entire Convergix portfolio across the entire value chain for our customers in a diverse set of industries.
Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/
What does CONVERGIX value?
Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.
- Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
- Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
- Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity
Why join the CONVERGIX team?
As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a $1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.
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Application Contact Information
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Company Website: | https://www.jmpsolutions.com/careers/ |
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