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Continuous Improvement Technician
Summary
Title:Continuous Improvement Technician
ID:2019102763
Department:Operations
Division:Jayco
Location:Middlebury, IN
Description

Purpose: This entry level, full-time, hourly position exist to assist in the collection of data for a wide variety of projects throughout the business. This will be accomplished by using direct observations, lean tools, and best practices.

Essential Functions:

  • Collect data for value-stream mapping, time studies, 6S, and Industrial designs.
  • Enter and analyze data to support the Continuous Improvement team while providing suggestions on direction.
  • Assist with Kaizen events and projects to support our customer.
  • Embrace continuous improvement initiatives through: process, quality, and cost reduction analyses.
  • Work with CI Facilitators in a team environment to ensure success of each project, task, or event.

Experience/ Knowledge:

  • Requires high school diploma, GED or equivalent experience
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
  • Preferred 1 year of experience with LEAN practices and projects utilizing the following LEAN tools
  • 6S
  • 8 Wastes
  • Problem Solving
  • Preferred background in an RV manufacturing or assembly environment is a plus.
  • Preferred experience with operating AutoCAD, Inventor, Sketch Up or similar software.

Skills & Abilities:

  • Problem solver with a positive mindset and the ability to listen to instruction.
  • Positive verbal and non-verbal communication skills are required.
  • Positive decision and judgement making skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in interactions with all organizational departments.

Work Requirements:

  • This position may require sitting, standing, working in front of a computer monitor in an office setting approximately 25% of the day, and collecting data from a production environment approximately 75% of the day.
  • Requires ability to travel between field locations.
  • Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch; use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
  • Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds.
  • This position is a full-time position, which may require some flexibility in hours & days worked (including Saturdays, as needed).
  • Regular attendance is required.
  • Remote work: not available.
  • Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Jayco offers a generous benefits package including:

  • (2) Medical Insurance plan options, HSAs, and FSAs
  • Family Care Clinic for employees and dependents enrolled in a Jayco medical plan (IN only)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401k plan with an annual discretionary match
  • Wellness Benefits
  • On-site Fitness Center access (IN only)
  • Health Clinic for employee use (IN only)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits

 

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WHAT'S MOST IMPORTANT

The values that make up our foundation are reflected every day by our team, on our campuses, in the communities where we work, in the products we deliver and lifestyle we promote. These values have been engrained since day one and haven't changed since.

The generous benefits we offer employees are a direct reflection of our values.

OUR VALUES

Love and Honor of God

Trust and Respect for People

Support for Family Life

Sustainable, Environmentally-Friendly Practices

Contribution to Community and Society

OUR BENEFITS

Production is Limited to 1st Shift

Immediate 401k Eligibility

On-Site Health Clinic and Workout Facility (Middlebury Campus)

Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account Availability

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Wellness Program Featuring Fun Quarterly Events

Jayco Family of Companies
903 S. Main Street,
Middlebury, IN 46540
Phone: 574-825-5861

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