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Req ID:  11849  

 

JOIN AN INDUSTRY LEADER! Quality First & Green Always

Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906. We are at the forefront of the green building movement and provide sustainable restroom solutions. We manufacture water- efficient products including flush valves, electronic faucets, soap dispensing and sink systems along with vitreous china fixtures for commercial, industrial and institutional markets worldwide.

 

 

 

 

About the role:

The Operational Excellence Lean Engineer is based in our Franklin Park, IL facility.  In this role you will provide leadership in the application of Lean Principles and Methods with a cross-functional team to drive improvement activities. This includes leading kaizen events that are aligned with the Companies Strategy Deployment.

What  you will do:

• Lead Kaizen Events with a cross functional team

• Implement a Plan for Every Part

• Implement Single Piece Flow Cells (creating continuous flow)

• Implement 5S Program

• Develop others on Lean principles and tools for implementing creative solutions for system and process improvements.

• Implement Tugger / Water Spider Routes

• Conduct SMED Events

• Develop Flow Plan for Assembly Department

• Drive Labor & Variable Cost Productivity

 

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

• 2+ Years Lean Experience

• Advanced level experience working with Microsoft Excel.

• Experience with plant layout software

• Willing to work extended hours and across multiple shifts

• Demonstrates clear, professional, and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions, consistent with an inclusive work environment.

• Effective communication skills, maintaining a persuasive and credible presentation style at all levels of the organization

• Proven experience converting at least two manufacturing cells from batch to single piece flow cells.

• Willingness to get your hands dirty, build assembly cells, re-arrange warehouse racks, clean, move, and maintain equipment.

• Willingness to teach and mentor others in the knowledge

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                                                                                 Why you’ll love working here:

Inclusive Culture: YOU Belong at Sloan

At Sloan, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are embraced and celebrated. We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Growth Opportunities: We invest in our employees’ professional development with ongoing training and career advancement opportunities.

Innovative Projects: Be part of exciting projects that push the boundaries of technology and have make a real difference in the world.

  Compensation:

The compensation range for this U.S.-based position is $84,000 - $94,000 annually.

This position is eligible to participate in the company incentive plan. The terms and conditions of the company incentive  plan will be provided to plan participants on an annual basis.

Our compensation range reflects our good faith estimate of what an ideal candidate can expect, but final agreed upon compensation will always be based on the individual candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and other job-related or market factors that may prove relevant during the hiring process.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, and Vision Insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): With company contributions for most medical plan options.
• Financial Security: Basic Life, Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, and Accident Insurance.
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• Additional Protection: Optional Life, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Legal, Pet Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenient Commuter Benefits: Save on your daily commute.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Dependent Care FSA to help manage your expenses.
• Wellness Support: Employee Assistance Plan and Wellness Programs to keep you healthy and happy.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous Time Off: Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves where required.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid Work Program to support your flexibility.
• Employee Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring great talent.
• Professional Development: Tuition Reimbursement Program to help you grow your skills.
• Community and Networking: Join our Employee Business Groups and connect with colleagues.

We Are Proud Partners With the Chicago Cubs

We are a Legacy Partner of the Chicago Cubs and we are proud to be the organization’s official water efficiency partner! Through this relationship, which includes the naming rights to Sloan Park, the Cubs’ Spring Training facility in Mesa, Arizona, we have had the opportunity to promote our brand and continue our water conservation efforts in the city of Chicago and around the world.

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For additional company information please visit our website at www.sloan.com.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer.