Job Description The Operations RPS Change Agent drives Rheem Production System initiatives throughout the plant operations team ensuring change management is utilized while driving our RPS principles forward.
This position will serve our Air Division, located in Fort Smith, AR.
Responsibilities
Support Kaizen events comprised of multi-functional team members
Implement/coach the use of MDI boards and other visual management tools
Audit MDI boards weekly according to the standard
Lead execution and coaching of the visual workplace through 5S process (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) across all work areas in the value stream
Conduct cycle times, time studies, and line balance for improvements
Work with site personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process-related obstacles through basic problem-solving techniques
Assist in the change of systems and processes in support of RPS initiatives
Participate in or co-facilitate Continuous Improvement projects and JDI's ("just do-it's")
Provide necessary training specifically to RPS tools and methodology (under the guidance of the Operations Excellence Manager).
Assist in updating and maintaining visual performance tools, including Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 MDI boards, and Mission Control Board
Follow up on action plans, working with the management team and tracking to closure
Assist teams as needed to ensure improvements are made and sustained
Assist in the creation and implementation of standard work, and teach/coach line leaders accordingly
Drive culture change through coaching of employees and leaders in following the principles and practices of RPS
Deliver results on improving our TPS/RPS metrics.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Graduate/GED
5 years of related experience
TPS principal knowledge preferred.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have experience in data entry and be proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
About Us At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people's lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives-every day.
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