Continous Improvement Technician
Key details
- Location
- Groveport, OH, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid level
- Experience
- 2–5 yrs
- Function
- Skilled trades & Manufacturing
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- Yesterday
Skills
forkliftkaizenroot cause analysisvalue stream mapping
About the role
Continuous Improvement Technician
Are you passionate about Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving, and creating more efficient operations? We're looking for a Continuous Improvement Technician to help drive operational excellence across our manufacturing facility. In this role, you'll partner with leaders and frontline employees to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, improve productivity, and support continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll play a key role in keeping our production lines running efficiently and continuously improving performance:
Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
Develop and update SOPs and work instructions to support process improvements.
Identify and eliminate sources of waste, downtime, and non-value-added activities.
Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Create reports and visual tools to communicate project results and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Lead small- to medium-sized continuous improvement projects from start to finish.
Partner with operators, supervisors, and managers to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Utilize root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods to resolve recurring issues.
Support initiatives focused on improving productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance
What We Need From You:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Physical & Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Work in a production/warehouse environment with moderate noise
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of tools and equipment
Exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and powered industrial equipment
Why Join kdc/one?
Clean, Fragrant, & Climate Controlled Facility
Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with Company Match after 30 Days!
Paid Time Off & 11 Company Paid Holidays
Tools and Tool Boxes Supplied
Recognition/Incentive Programs
Discount Programs
Safety Shoe Voucher Program (Up to $125 annually)
Prescription Safety Glasses Discount Program
Are you passionate about Lean Manufacturing, problem-solving, and creating more efficient operations? We're looking for a Continuous Improvement Technician to help drive operational excellence across our manufacturing facility. In this role, you'll partner with leaders and frontline employees to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, improve productivity, and support continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact business performance
What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll play a key role in keeping our production lines running efficiently and continuously improving performance:
Analyze production workflows to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
Develop and update SOPs and work instructions to support process improvements.
Identify and eliminate sources of waste, downtime, and non-value-added activities.
Collect, analyze, and interpret production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Create reports and visual tools to communicate project results and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Lead small- to medium-sized continuous improvement projects from start to finish.
Partner with operators, supervisors, and managers to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Utilize root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods to resolve recurring issues.
Support initiatives focused on improving productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance
What We Need From You:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Physical & Work Environment
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
Work in a production/warehouse environment with moderate noise
Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of tools and equipment
Exposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and powered industrial equipment
Why Join kdc/one?
Clean, Fragrant, & Climate Controlled Facility
Benefits Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K with Company Match after 30 Days!
Paid Time Off & 11 Company Paid Holidays
Tools and Tool Boxes Supplied
Recognition/Incentive Programs
Discount Programs
Safety Shoe Voucher Program (Up to $125 annually)
Prescription Safety Glasses Discount Program
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