**Continous Improvement Coordinator** _Work Mode: Onsite_ **Location: ** Juarez, Nuevo Leon, Mexico **Opportunity** BASIC FUNCTION Under the supervision of the Industrial Engineering and Quality Manager, this position is responsible for leading the Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing efforts in 3 manufacturing plants at the Kohler Sanimex site. Additional responsibilities consist of determining the standard cost, maintaining SAP & VIS information updated, and providing support to improve productivity and quality to all areas in the organization, also to conduct the KOS events (continuous improvement projects) during the year, to propose strategies to improve Quality & productivity by implementing Lean Manufacturing philosophy to decrease final cost of the product. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the coordination of the Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing events (9 per year) and supporting all the teams. Train and coach all teams at all levels on Lean Manufacturing tools. Responsible for yearly SAP Maintenance such as Routings, Rework, Losses, slip and Glaze weights. Maintain the Layered Process Audit updated and standardized. Maintain Standard Work studies updated. Responsible to achieve KOS Savings goals and report savings in monthly basis, achieve the goals and create new list for every year. To conduct a monthly meeting with top level position (General supervisors and Managers) to inform results and continuous improvement strategies. Provide support to all areas in the site to improve productivity, safety and quality through the kaizen team by implementing quick improvements that may include fabrication of racks, workstations, change in layout, etc. Comply with the Health and Safety Roles and Responsibilities established for this position (See Responsibilities chart by position). **Skills/Requirements** EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION: Engineering degree. Master degree is required. EXPERIENCE: Preference 5 years of related experience on implementing Lean Manufacturing Philosophy and Quality Systems. FORMATION: Preference Black Belt Six Sigma certified. Required Bilingual. SKILLS: Traits Critical: Abstract Reasoning Ability, Thoroughness, Cautiousness, Self-Structure, Urgency, Aggressiveness, Assertiveness, Ego-Strength, Energy, Idea Orientation. Supporting: Ego-drive, Empathy, External Structure, Gregariousness, Idea Orientation, and Sociability. Behaviors Critical: Is persistent; confidently expresses ideas and opinions; copes with rejection; recognizes problems, issues and opportunities; gathers and analyzes data; creates new concepts and approaches to solve problems; learns from mistakes; independently sets goals, objectives and priorities; manages multiple tasks and activities; works quickly. **Why Choose Kohler?** We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives. **About Us** It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.