People know Snap-on for the quality of our products, but we know that it is the passion and character of our people that make our company a global leader. With diverse talents and deep pride in the Snap-on family of brands, we drive innovation and create value. We work hard together. We grow together. We are one Snap-on team.

Snap-on Elizabethton, Tennessee facility is seeking a Rapid Continuous Improvement (RCI) Supervisor.

Position Summary:     

Partners with the RCI Manager to develop improvement strategy in order to effectively implement rapid continuous improvement and lean principles.  Position is the key change agent moving the organization culture to lean.  Lead the site improvement initiatives by educating. Training and modeling rapid continuous improvement practices.  Coordinates/channels corporate RCI support to accomplish group and site improvement objectives.                    

KEY TASKS

Identifies and implements RCI initiatives which reduces cost, time and/or improves service, quality, educates, trains.

Facilitates local RCI activities

Counsels/coaches employees regarding RCI processes and tools.

Evaluates and reports results of the rapid continuous improvement initiatives.

Builds a team of lean thinkers at the facility evident by the acceleration of improvements made.

Develops expertise by participation in outside improvement events.

REQUIREMENTS

College degree or equivalent experience in Lean Manufacturing.

Five or more years in high impact work experience in a leadership role

Effective communicator with strong stand up skills

Able to learn and apply new processes

Self-motivated and well organized

Can adapt leadership style according to the situation

Snap-on is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.