Entry Level Continuous Improvement Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey - building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Duties / Responsibilities:
Conduct time studies, process mapping, and root cause analysis to identify inefficiencies in production
workflows.
Collaborate with production leaders to implement lean tools such as 5S, visual management, standard work, and
kaizen events.
Maintain and update process documentation, including SOPs and work instructions.
Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
Facilitate daily or weekly improvement huddles with frontline teams to gather feedback and promote
engagement.
Support the rollout of new equipment or process changes by coordinating training and documentation.
Ensure real-time updates and visibility of performance metrics to production leaders and team members.
Assist in the development and maintenance of the skills matrix and job task analysis to support cross-training
and workforce flexibility.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by organizing recognition programs, suggestion systems, and
improvement campaigns.
Provide support for CI projects, including scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and documenting outcomes.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Experience with process development and controlled documentation

Experience with lean principles and manufacturing systems

Highly Proficient recording data and creating reports using Excel and other MS Office programs.

Strong computer literacy and proficient with technology.

Ability to independently identify process documentation gaps and remedy quickly.

Ability to create various spreadsheets for data and documentation tracking.

Demonstrated ability to create and maintain complex business processes

Continuous willingness to learn, grow, and gain understanding as a leader in our organization

Effective motivation skills and techniques to encourage team to meet performance objectives

Cultivate an environment of trust

Ideal Team Player attributes - Humble, Hungry, Smart

Positive influence with others

4 Year Degree is highly desirable

1+ years' prior Continuous Improvement experience

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton's commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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