Position Description

　　At a Glance

　　Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Leader to join the Starline Team in Canonsburg, PA.

　　The Continuous Improvement Leaders will support Starline Global Operations and reports to the Global Manager, Operational Excellence. This position is responsible for leading global and site-specific continuous improvement initiatives by ensuring strategies are implemented, and principles/practices/tools are incorporated in the culture and processes under transformation. This position implements and supports actions that bring about improvements which may include, but are not limited to safety, customer value proposition, quality, delivery, cycle, growth, margin expansion, and inventory.

　　Main Responsibilities:

　　Lead weekly and monthly cross-functional, global Continuous Improvement meetings.

　　Act as a change agent and thought leader to bring improvements to all Starline sites through active support, facilitation and leadership of Kaizen events, projects and “just do its”

　　Supervise other Continuous Improvement resources on the Global OpEx Team

　　Drive Lean culture by training, coaching, and mentoring various resources on the Legrand Way and other lean manufacturing tools and processes.

　　Lead annual brainstorming sessions to build and maintain factory productivity project decks for all Starline sites and associated savings tracking (in partnership with finance)

　　Continually analyze data, identify areas of opportunity and target “Lean” events to support business goals.

　　Assist in annual Operations Strategy development, deployment, and execution.

　　Coach and advocate for the Legrand Values to all employees

　　Provide regular updates to leadership and other parts of the organization on various CI initiatives.

　　Track improvements made to provide assurance that changes are effective and sustainable.

　　Implement tactical strategies to achieve the desired company and operations visions.

　　Work with necessary personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process related obstacles.

　　Assist in the change systems/processes as required in support of the lean initiatives.

　　Utilize value stream mapping techniques to design optimal information, material, and flow methodology.

　　Lead engineered labor standards development and associated maintenance.

　　Support other initiatives as needed.

　　Qualifications

　　Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

　　Must possess strong written and oral communication and presentation skill with the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences

　　Ability to effectively facilitate activities and discussions using a defined process

　　Ability to write reports, general business correspondence, and procedure manuals

　　Ability to create standard work document

　　Ability to travel 10-25% (including International)

　　Interpersonal Skills:

　　Must be a self-motivated learner

　　Ability to energize and motivate teams

　　Facilitate change from a position of an influencer

　　Ability to lead without direct authority

　　Capability to recognize conflict and take action within scope of the role

　　Reasoning Ability:

　　Ability to define problem areas, collect data, and establish facts

　　Ability to interpret a variety of technical processes

　　Ability to prioritize and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced and changing work environment

　　Computer Skills:

　　Strong capability with personal computer applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)

　　LaborPro or similar engineered labor standards development applications)

　　Infor Syteline or similar ERP system

　　Experience:

　　Three to Five years of experience supporting Lean/CI activities in an industrial manufacturing or engineer-to-order manufacturing environment.

　　People management

　　Lean Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt)

　　Experience leading Kaizen events and providing lean trainings

　　History of successful productivity improvements across the supply chain

　　Experience in a world class lean environment in preferred

　　Operations or Engineering background is preferred

　　Experience developing and maintaining engineered labor standards utilizing a predetermined motion time system is preferred

　　Education:

　　Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering or related technical field. (Equivalent education/experience will be considered)

　　Knowledge of basic lean concepts and continuous improvement tools

　　Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

　　The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where, under certain areas, the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses and mandatory hearing protection are required.

　　Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

　　Able to lift and carry up to 25lbs

　　Company Info

　　About Legrand

　　Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext ( Legrand SA EPA: LR ) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

　　About Legrand North and Central America

　　Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting. We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network. LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity. For more information, visit legrand.us

　　About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

　　The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development.

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　　Equal Opportunity Employer

　　LocationUS-PA-Canonsburg

　　Positions 1Category Manufacturing