Continuous Improvement Project Manager

Job Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Project Manager is responsible for key projects that support corporate strategies, while also serving as an enterprise process improvement resource.

What can HOLT CAT offer you?

• A competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and competencies.
• A comprehensive and robust benefits program that includes complete health care, 401(k) matching & Profit-Sharing plan (ROTH and traditional), paid holidays, and a front-loaded PTO program.
• A Tuition Reimbursement program to support the pursuit of accredited college courses.
• An employee development program with professional development staff that allows you to grow your skills and build your competencies to prepare you for future opportunities at HOLT.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or similar required or ten years of relevant work experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Eight or more years of work experience in a Process Excellence/Continuous Improvement role
• Minimum of five years of experience leading Process Improvement projects
• Minimum of three years of experience in an operations environment required
• Minimum of three years of experience in metrics analysis required or knowledge of preferred project management methodologies
• Six Sigma Black Belt certified or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) required
• Strong Knowledge of Lean and Continuous Process Improvement methodology, tools, and techniques
• Strong knowledge of Visio, project management-related software such as MS Project, Smart Sheet, Monday.com, Access, and other project management tools for task tracking and team collaboration efforts
• Excellent analytical and project management skills
• Demonstrated excellence in problem-solving and solution recommendation skills using the Plan-Do-Check-Act model
• Ability to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with clients, project team members, customers and vendors to achieve desired outcomes.
• Possesses strong math and statistical analysis skills
• Proven ability to prioritize workload, organize technical work and resources
• Proven ability to work independently, manage time, and plan and implement objectives effectively
• Demonstrated ability to think critically, recall information with accuracy, and pay close attention to detail
• Ability to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
• Ability to lead, supervise, teach, and accept direction

Essential Functions:

• Leads and documents project progress and tasks to increase the velocity of programs and initiatives through the CI Team pipeline to obtain desired business results
• Analyzes existing tasks and processes with a focus on identifying process gaps, non-value-added steps, and other impediments to efficient operations
• Leads and facilitates cross-functional teams to achieve improvement objectives. Implements course corrections as needed during process improvement implementations
• Develops process and task steps within work documents. Assists in creating training requirements for the purpose of improving and controlling the emerging processes
• Manages the CI Process within the Team, providing visibility of project status. Manages to client/project target completion dates and regularly reports on progress
• Manages and expands the project management platform to drive improved client communication and provide steady communication to all stakeholders
• Develops, maintains, and revises project plans for large cross-functional projects. Keeps projects and project participants on task. Tracks progress against project goals and updates key stakeholders on progress of project goals
• Develops, maintains, and revises work plans as appropriate for specific areas of expertise. Integrates work with other departmental initiatives and revises as needed
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to overcome barriers to achieving project goals
• Utilizes Lean and Six Sigma training and tools to educate and enable clients to self-manage projects upon hand-off and implementation phases of the project lifecycle
• Works safely at all times and adheres to all applicable safety policies; complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards
• Models, promotes, reinforces, and rewards the consistent use of HOLT’s Values Based Leadership (VBL) tools, models, and processes to ensure alignment with our Vision, Values, and Mission
• Performs other duties as assigned

Travel:

• Up to 30% travel as required to successfully serve our clients, including overnight stays

Disclaimer:

Please note that the above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the incumbents so classified. All incumbents may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

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