Continuous Improvement Analyst

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Support the Company’s mission, vision and values in performance of daily activities.
• Provide key input into the development of the Plant’s strategic business plan and identify and track key measurable to support plant business plan goals.
• Design, develops, and implements cost reduction plans to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.
• Design, develops, and implements process improvement initiatives and activities throughout the plant to improve competitiveness and operational excellence.
• Review and measure manufacturing methods, technology application and workflow processes and apply lean/continuous improvement application skills.
• Work with the leadership team to plan, execute, monitor, and continuously improve plant and corporate objectives.
• Provide support and guidance to all departments in the application of lean/continuous improvement manufacturing techniques.
• Develop, implement and monitor verification methods to ensure team members are gaining knowledge from the training and that the continuous improvement activities are sustainable long term.
• Direct and drive the utilization of problem-solving methods for related plant and customer issues.

This full-time, salaried role is a part of our Continuous Improvement team and reports to the Operations Manager.

Required experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business related field, prefer manufacturing, engineering or quality.
• Minimum of six (6) or more years’ experience in a manufacturing environment with experience in a metals environment preferred, or a combination of degree and experience.
• Possess knowledge of plant department functions and corresponding roles and interactions to facilitate overall plant synergy.
• Vision and ability to translate progressive operating techniques into applications and results.
• Specialized knowledge and the ability to train and mentor others in formal problem-solving techniques such as Kaizen, value stream mapping, JIT synchronous, SMED quick die change, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in applying lean manufacturing concepts.
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Experience in quality and environmental measurables such as ISO 14001.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform mathematical calculations.

Working conditions:

• We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our AUTOKINITON facility in Shepherdsville, KY offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• James Beam Distillery
• Forests Edge Winery
• Bernheim Forest

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Required Skills

Required Experience

ATTRIBUTES AND PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES:

1. Strong oral and written communication skills.
2. Excellent interpersonal skills.
3. Critical thinking skills
4. Cultural competency.
5. Integrity and honesty.
6. Verbal and written proficiency in Spanish (preferred, not required).
7. Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting (preferred, not required). REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Degree issuing institution and or program must be accredited by an entity recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
8. Graduate from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program located in a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
9. A minimum of one year of clinical provider experience in direct patient care as a certified family nurse practitioner, or the approval of IHSC’s Medical Director based on the receiving sites ability to mentor and teach the newly licensed provider.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

1. Current certification as Family Nurse Practitioner by ANCC or AANP.
2. Must have an unrestricted, current RN and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license in the state in which the duty station is located. Any changes to license must be reported to employer immediately
3. Maintains BLS for Healthcare Providers® certification through the American Heart Association.
4. This position does not require privileging by IHSC.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of and ability to apply professional nursing principles, procedures, and techniques to patient care.
2. Knowledge of drugs and therapeutics when prescribing and dispensing medication.
3. Practical knowledge of laboratory procedures and guideline; skill in collecting a variety of samples.
4. Ability to properly use equipment, materials and supplies in simple diagnostic and treatment procedures.
5. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment.
6. Ability to utilize telephonic interpreter/translation services to complete assigned duties if not fluent in a language the patient understands.
7. Ability to adapt to sudden changes in schedules and flexibility in work requirements.
8. Ability to communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) in order to develop positive rapport with patients, co-workers and other stakeholders.
9. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
10. Ability to navigate in an electronic work environment including electronic health records, web based training and communications.
11. Knowledge of, and moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office programs, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint.
12. Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Required to walk unaided at a normal pace for up to 10 minutes and maintain balance.
2. Required to respond to any medical emergency within 4 minutes, where a fast walk or jog may be necessary to provide assistance.
3. Required to perform CPR/emergency care standing or kneeling.
4. Must have the ability to assist sick, injured or aging detainees or staff exiting the building during an emergency (may require lifting, dragging, wheeling or carrying someone who weighs significantly more than self).
5. Must be able to see, hear and smell with or without the use of aides if necessary (exceptions on a case by case basis).
6. Must easily alternate between kneeling and standing.
7. Must be able to lift, push, or carry 30 pounds.
8. Must perform the duties in a stressful and often austere environment without physical limitations.
9. Must be capable of standing on hard services (cement floors) for long periods of time. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: This is a contract position and supervisory controls will be set forth by the contract vendor. Technical oversight will be provided by the Government Technical Monitor (GTM).

STG International, Inc (STGi) is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions help our clients. Our services and solutions help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission. _ _STGI OFFERS A COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE WHICH INCLUDES MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, 401K WITH COMPANY MATCH AND A GENEROUS PTO POLICY.

STG International, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.