Manages and implements process improvement initiatives within their assigned projects.
The Consultant is the primary resource to project teams in support of all process improvement initiatives.
The Consultant will work with the project team and interact with the client to do process mapping, flow design, and analysis to identify process improvement requirements.
The Consultant will oversee the implementation of the process improvement recommendations with the client and work with other consultants to coordinate all facets of process improvement initiatives.
Develop Key Performance Indicators for the current state, and track KPIs during and after implementation of process improvement recommendations.
Mentor and coach team members on the fundamentals of business process modeling, Lean/Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, business process engineering, and similar areas of knowledge.
Develop new knowledge in process improvement to support our client initiatives.
Requirements
Undergraduate Degree in technical field with two years of professional experience, or Graduate Degree, or equivalent in combination of education and/or experience.
Strong skills in presentation, word processing, and spreadsheet applications.
Demonstrated success in analysis driven problem solving.
Experience in data analytics, data presentation, and KPI/dashboard development.
Excellent verbal and written presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, time-sensitive environment.
Ability to effectively collaborate with cross functional teams and influence without authority.
Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive materials and information.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with client personnel.
Needs to possess a solid understanding of tools and techniques required to effectively develop or improve business processes.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience using process improvement tools and techniques to drive organizational change.
Prior experience in Lean Leadership, Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, or process design, and re-engineering strongly desired.
Experience in Industrial Operations Engineering a plus.
Knowledge of utility, or construction, or healthcare industry preferred.
Knowledge of process modeling and process diagramming software and tools.