**Continuous Improvement Leader-(Hybrid Role) (1988)** + Title:Continuous Improvement Leader-(Hybrid Role) + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials + Location:Reading, PA + Employment Type:Full time Group Company: + Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is a leading global manufacturer of high-performance thermoplastic materials in the form of semi-finished products and finished parts. The company has locations in 20 countries and more than 2,800 employees. Its specialty engineering thermoplastics and composites are superior in performance to metals and other materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily in the capital goods industry. The company is continuously developing new areas of applications in close cooperation with industry leaders in a broad variety of customer markets. The Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials Group is well prepared to further expand its market leadership position. Supporting the vision of our holding company, Mitsubishi Chemical Holdings Corporation (MCHC) (http://www.mitsubishichem-hd.co.jp/english/index.html) , Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is committed to the realization of KAITEKI, “a sustainable condition which is comfortable for people, society and the Earth”. To realize this vision, the MCHC Group engages in corporate activities that provide products, technologies and services based on the comprehensive capabilities of the Group in the Performance Products Domain, Industrial Materials Domain and Health Care Domain, with chemistry as the basis of our activities. We jointly express and promote our commitment under the corporate brand THE KAITEKI COMPANY. Job Purpose This position will help grow revenue and profitability by improving transactional processes to impact customer service related KPI’s and improve operating results in the most critical areas of the commercial functions. Driving measurable improvement in all Commercial and Supply chain related areas by employing Continuous Improvement methodologies, leveraging the latest tools and techniques, and leading as a change agent to drive a culture of continuous improvement. This position will support the coaching, education and training of Continuous Improvement tools and methods across all levels of Management and company personnel. Principal Accountabilities + Consultant to project teams and commercial leadership on project decisions, strategy, analysis tools and methodology. Facilitates 4-6 projects and leads 1-2 projects per year that support critical goals and customer satisfaction, drive improvement, (with collaboration and support from internal and/or external SME’s building knowledge and capability, and serves as the main point of contact for specific project initiatives and best practices. Provides coordination, project management and leadership to additional key initiatives and priorities as identified. + Build and foster a culture with a strong Continuous Improvement mindset and business acumen throughout the entire commercial organization. Utilize CI tools and methodology, including Six Sigma and Lean. Mentors belts – company-wide training / support resource. + Work with commercial leaders to facilitate the implementation and sustainability of a robust project pipeline, setting objectives and priorities related to Continuous Improvement activities. Collaboratively develops business cases to support recommendations for change to current business practices and processes, and develops controls to monitor the progress associated with implementation of recommended changes. Key focus on transactional business processes and change management. + Assists commercial team in identifying and prioritizing opportunities to improve customer satisfaction, increase net income, enhance productivity and further employee performance throughout the business unit. + Regularly attends training, and conferences to broaden their skillset and bring the latest tools and techniques to the business + Works with CI team and leadership to ensure best practices are shared across the organization. + High involvement in increasing the engagement of our associates at all levels of the organization. + Assists in development, coordination and execution of training for Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) personnel in all areas of Continuous Improvement. Trains, mentors, and coaches, in the use of Lean Six Sigma statistical tools, approaches and techniques to create process management and measurement systems and develop a Continuous Improvement mindset throughout the organization. Knowledge / Skills / Experience + Bachelors degree or 5+ years experience effectively applying Continuous Improvement methodology and tools (transactional project experience strongly preferred). + Proven extensive use of Lean e.g. Kaizen, Leader standard work, 5S tools. + Experience in Six Sigma and Lean methodologies demonstrated through leading initiatives to successful completion (Black Belt / Lean Master certification desired). + Highly analytical and proficient in data analysis – able to leverage data efficiently and effectively to draw out insights and calculate improvements/benefits. Proficiency in Minitab or equivalent software. + Strong project management skills and experience leading cross functional teams. + Proficient in quantifying opportunities and basic accounting practices as related to project benefit capture _(training provided)._ + Teamwork – Collaborative attitude and approach toward others, creates strong morale and spirit, fosters open dialogues shares wins in terms of the whole team, leads people to finish and be responsible for their work. Can be counted on to meet and exceed goals, bottom line oriented. Steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Demonstrates reliability by taking necessary actions to meet deadlines and goals and maintains transparency and clarity at all times, + Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization. + Ability to influence – build and maintain strong trusting relationships, is comfortable driving change and challenging the status quo, + Ability to multi-task and lead several initiatives simultaneously, + Strong business acumen – actively works to develop knowledge and understanding of the business, products, technologies, and operations. + Tenacity to accomplish tasks, follow through and meet deadlines. + Agile mindset – actively seeks to learn and isn’t afraid to fail, learn and quickly adapt. + Strategic thinker with positive, hands-on attitude. + Traveling: Up to 25% (multi day stays at different locations for projects and experiments). Some International travel may occasionally be required Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections) + **The salary range for this position is $86,695 - $107,120. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.** + **Competitive Benefits** + **Benefits begin on DAY 1!** + **Employee Assistance Programs** + **Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees** **Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.** EEO Statement Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. 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