Senior Process Improvement Analyst

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Job Description:
Responsible for executing Lean initiatives on a day-to-day basis, which includes creating future-state processes and metrics based on customer feedback to improve operational performance in quality, cost, delivery and safety. The role conducts data analyses, including gathering data, analyses and generating insights. The position facilitates and promotes the understanding and implementation of Lean Six Sigma principles and techniques. Senior Process Improvement Analyst Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.
What You'll Do
Responsible for executing Lean initiatives on a day-to-day basis, which includes creating future-state processes and metrics based on customer feedback to improve operational performance in quality, cost, delivery and safety. The role conducts data analyses, including gathering data, analyses and generating insights. The position facilitates and promotes the understanding and implementation of Lean Six Sigma principles and techniques. Senior Process Improvement Analyst Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.
How You'll Do It

• Leads process improvement initiatives (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen Events, DMAIC/DMADV Projects, 5S/Visual Workplace Program, etc.) using Lean and/or Six Sigma tools.
• Conducts data analysis using Lean, Six Sigma, and other analytical tools to identify process improvement opportunities.
• Identifies and develops metrics for sustaining improvement initiatives and measuring business results.
• Works with leadership to maintain and share best practices as needed.
• Manages multiple process improvement projects at one time.
• Ensures solutions are consistent with organizational objectives.
• Builds relationships with all key constituents necessary to deliver project results.

Qualifications You'll Need
The Basics

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration and Management or Engineering or related
• 1+ years in Production, Operations, Leadership, Project Management, or related experience
• In lieu of degree at least 4+ years in Production, Operations, Leadership, Project Management, or related experience

Physical and Cognitive Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position as required by federal, state, and local laws:

• Does this job require remaining in a stationary position, including but not limited to, primarily sitting and standing? Primarily remain in a stationary position.
• Does this job require the ability to move about inside or outside the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job? No required movement about the work environment to complete the major responsibilities of the job.
• Does this job require the ability to transport physical objects? If so, provide the weight of the heaviest object the job needs to transport without the aid of machinery or equipment or the weight equivalency with the aid of machinery or equipment. No
• Primarily, where is this job performed? Primarily performed indoors in an office setting.
• Does this job require the ability to operate equipment or machinery? Select all that apply. Ability to operate office equipment such as but not limited to computer, telephone, printer, and calculator.
• Does this job require the ability to communicate verbally or in written form? Select all that apply. Ability to communicate verbally.; Ability to communicate in written form.
• Does the job require travel? Travel up to 10% of the time.
• Does this role require testing or assessments to measure the ability to perform the job? No

Bonus Points If You Have

• 2+ years in Production, Operations, Leadership, Project Management, or related experience

Discover will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Nov-10-2024. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $65,000.00 to $109,800.00. Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
• STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
• Recognition Program
• Education Assistance
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Support Programs
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at mydiscoverbenefits.com .
What are you waiting for? Apply today!
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Discover complies with federal, state, and local laws applicable to qualified individuals with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, to complete an application, and/or to participate in an interview, please email [email protected] . Any information you provide regarding your accommodation needs will be kept confidential and will only be used to determine and provide necessary accommodation.