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Continuous Improvement Coordinator
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A Process Manager develops and manages business processes and process improvements, or manages processes in production or manufacturing. Identifies and creates processes that support the objectives of a business. May implement and manage business process improvements across operational departments in a company.
$107,626 / year median in Maryland
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Continuous Improvement Coordinator at Belcan Continuous Improvement Coordinator at Belcan in Capitol Heights, Maryland Posted in about 19 hours ago.
Type:
full-time Continuous Improvement (CI)
Coordinator Location:
Beltsville, MD 20705
Duration:
12 Months Contract -
Potential Conversion Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00
PM Work Arrangement:
100%
Onsite Pay Rate:
$37/hour Position Overview Our client's Beltsville aerospace facility is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator to support Operational Excellence (OPEX) initiatives within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position offers hands-on experience applying Lean Manufacturing principles, improving production processes, analyzing operational data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will support continuous improvement activities, including Kaizen action items, shop-floor productivity improvements, Lean Manufacturing implementation, basic problem-solving, data collection, and statistical process control. Key Responsibilities Partner with the CI Manager, Operations, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives. Support and follow up on action items identified during Kaizen and Lean events. Implement Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies to improve shop-floor productivity. Identify opportunities to reduce waste, improve workflow, and optimize manufacturing processes. Conduct basic problem-solving and root-cause analysis activities. Collect, analyze, and interpret manufacturing and inspection data. Develop and maintain statistical process control charts and performance reports. Support time studies, work measurement, line balancing, capacity analysis, and productivity improvement initiatives. Learn and implement new manufacturing technologies and process improvements. Reinforce training and standard work developed through Kaizen events. Track project progress, deliverables, and continuous improvement KPIs. Collaborate with production teams to implement sustainable process changes. Support improvements in safety, quality, throughput, cost, and delivery performance. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , or a related field; degree completed or currently in progress from an accredited institution. Industrial Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment. Strong Lean Manufacturing experience is required. Hands-on AutoCAD experience is required. Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word . Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and Lean tools. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence process improvements. Preferred Qualifications Experience in high-volume, discrete manufacturing environments. Automotive Lean Manufacturing experience is highly preferred. Aerospace manufacturing experience is also highly relevant. Six Sigma experience and knowledge of statistical analysis. Experience with Power BI and data visualization. Knowledge of time studies, work measurement, line balancing, and capacity analysis. Familiarity with facility layout and manufacturing layout software. Experience with OEE, productivity improvement, cost reduction, scrap/rework reduction, and throughput optimization. Recent graduates may be considered with relevant Lean Manufacturing experience gained through academic projects, internships, or post-graduate work. Technical Skills Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement Six Sigma / Problem Solving Statistical Process Control (SPC) Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Word Power BI AutoCAD Time Studies & Work Measurement Line Balancing Capacity Analysis Data Analysis Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Success in this role will be measured through improvements in: Labor productivity Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Cost savings and cost avoidance Manufacturing throughput and capacity Scrap and rework reduction On-time completion of improvement projects Safety performance Quality performance Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is a hands-on, analytical Continuous Improvement or Industrial Engineering professional who can work directly with manufacturing teams to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements. Candidates with strong Lean Manufacturing experience, AutoCAD skills, and a background in automotive or aerospace manufacturing are especially encouraged to apply.