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Continuous Improvement Administrator Job in Marion, Ohio US

Continuous Improvement Administrator

NCI GROUP, INC - Marion, OH

Posted: 12/12/2025 - Expires: 3/12/2026

Job ID: 292988460

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Job Description

To lead bold change through the Lean Manufacturing initiative at the site to ensure continuous, systematic and sustainable elimination of waste through developing a fully engaged culture of continuous improvement (zero waste mindset), execution of Kaizen Events linked to site Vision, annual Strategy Deployment and building of foundational capability for long term sustainment. Create a vision that directs change effort at the site and develops strategies / action plans to achieve the vision. Eliminate barriers to change and modify systems / processes as required in support of Lean Methodologies.
LEAD SITE GUIDING COALITIONBe the change agent - drive and accelerate change in culture, attitude, and capability
Annual planning of Kaizen Event activities to support Site Strategy Deployment based on Value Stream Mapping and Waste Analysis
Quarterly priority setting of Kaizen Events to deliver step change in results (60 - 90-day outlook) at the target pace for the site
Approval of Kaizen events & close-out and sustainment plans
Ensure Lean tool capability is developed across the site
Drive employee engagement by ensuring a high percentage of new members on Kaizen Events
Approval of standards, systems, and processes to support sustainable execution
Approval of site standards as related to Lean methodologies and implementation
Develop, modify, and improve standard processes to continuously improve efficiency of Coalition related to the above responsibilities
Instill a standard, disciplined, rigorous, process focused approach to problem solving across the organization
Actively develop, and deploy Business Unit standards for Lean tools, principles, and methodologies as well as standard business processes

DAILY / ACTIVE WASTE ELIMINATION COACHING
Identify and lead training in accordance with the needs defined by the Plant, Site Strategy Deployment, and personal observation (daily coaching and walk throughs). Ensure proper understanding of these tools / techniques and ownership of deployment.

Kaizen Event FACILITATIONDrive the site to model a Learn by Doing approach
Organize / facilitate Kaizen Event-based and specific tool training for all monthly Kaizen Event teams
Coordinate Preparation, Execution, and Follow-Up stages of the Kaizen Event process through weekly interaction with Leaders / Co-Leaders to ensure team is on pace with the guidelines / expectations of Kaizen Methodology.
For Kaizen Teams that go beyond the desired 30-day close-out window, work with Team Leaders / Co-Leaders and Business Owner to close all open follow-up items and execute countermeasures to close gaps against desired deliverables / results

LEAN TOOL CAPABILITYDevelop personal mastery in the Lean principles and tools to allow broad facilitation (Kaizen events, lean workshops, and daily coaching) in Production Departments and Functions. This shall include a mastery of training modules such as Waste Elimination, 5S, Root Cause Problem Solving, Standard Work, SMED, PM, Plan-Do-Check-Act, and other lean tolls defined in our production system.
Coordinate Kaizen event Training process to ensure the site has broad base capability in all primary Lean tools to be self-sufficient for monthly and on-demand training requirements
Lead training sessions and Kaizen Events within the site as required.

REAPPLICATION / BENCHMARKINGDevelop and facilitate Lean Manufacturing Annual Plans within the site the ensure best practices are shared and reapplied efficiently to accelerate results
Actively participate in the CBB CI Steering Committee meetings - share successful improvements with the network for potential reapplication to accelerate Company results and be open to learning from other site to reapply successful, sustained improvements
Actively participate in Benchmarking visits and audits as required at CBB sites. The expected output from any such visit is a potential list of potential reapplications to be reviewed and inserted into the Idea Sharing read Across.

STRATEGY DEPLOYMENTProvide support to the CI Steering Committee in their implementation of actions, sharing his knowledge and practical experience in handling lean tools as required
Ensure process confirmation through a relevant Go-Look-See process, to understand, support / coach, and challenge associates toward the achievement of expected business results
In conjunction with the Plant Manager, lead the Site Leadership Team in the development of the Site Cos Take Out Roadmap linked to the Company Strategies and Objectives
In conjunction with the Plant Manager, lead / coordinate the Site Leadership Team in development of annual plan Strategy Action Plans to achieve the Company goals.
Conduct periodic reviews and audits of the Site, Production Department, and Functional Department Business Boards to ensure ongoing alignment to the annual objectives, linked KPIs, site initiatives, and site standards
Manage the preparation of daily reports.

Qualifications

Education

BA / BS (4-year technical or business) degree preferable

Experience

4 - 6 years of Manufacturing Operations experience
Previous Lean experience a positive for internal candidates and required for external candidates, High school graduate with some college.

Skills/Abilities

Able to build successful teams and guide others in accomplishing work objectives
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Seeks and uses 'customer' feedback to improve effectiveness of Lean group and deployment
Encourages open discussion and dialogue within and between Functions
Well-developed decision-making skills
Excellent computer and analytical skills
Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Lead and Manage by Influence
Individual and Team Coaching
Extremely Process Focused
High degree of maturity and professionalism

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where welive, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action planfor protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) of 2018

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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Cornerstone Building Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin.

Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Federal Contractor
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
High school graduate
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Job Reference Code
85724366
Salary
N/A
Licenses / Certifications:
N/A
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 3
Graphic Literacy: 3

Workplace Documentation: 3