Continuous Improvement Specialist - I

Arcosa

  • Caruthersville, MO
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 hours ago
Description :Arcosa Marine Products, Inc., is searching for a Continuous Improvement Specialist that will be based in our Caruthersville, MO plant. In this role, you will drive sustainable continuous improvements across the Marine Business Unit, delivering breakthrough results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and cost, while building cultural change throughout the organization. This position requires strong technical lean manufacturing and hands-on leadership skills, along with a passion for operations excellence to be successful.Position Overview
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist supports plant initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This role is hands-on, helping with data collection, process documentation, and supporting improvement projects. The Specialist is an entry-level role designed to build lean knowledge and provide direct support to the CI team.What You’ll Do:
  • Collect and organize production data to highlight waste, downtime, and bottlenecks
  • Participate in Kaizen events, 5S activities, and improvement projects
  • Document standard work instructions, process flows, and action items
  • Assist with updating performance boards and CI tracking metrics
  • Conduct time studies and basic process analysis
  • Partner with CI Engineers and plant personnel to implement improvements
  • Learn and apply lean concepts such as 5S, standard work, and root cause analysis
What You’ll Need:
  • 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or related environment preferred
  • Familiarity with basic lean principles a plus
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Comfortable with Microsoft Excel and basic data tools
  • Associate’s degree in a technical field, or equivalent work experience

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