3rd Shift Continuous Improvement Specialist - Lexington

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers.

We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home.

Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description:

We're looking for a detail-oriented and innovative Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team in Lexington NC, United States.

In this pivotal role, you'll drive operational excellence by identifying, planning, and implementing process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety across our organization.

As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you'll be the catalyst for positive change, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to challenge the status quo and deliver measurable results.

Your analytical mindset, combined with your passion for continuous improvement, will help us optimize our operations and achieve our strategic goals.


* Develop and maintain high-quality Standard Work and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents using advanced tools such as SharePoint and Excel


* Identify, plan, lead, and implement plant improvement activities and Kaizen events, ensuring successful execution and follow-up


* Conduct root cause analysis on quality, safety, and process-related problems, documenting findings and recommendations transparently


* Track and analyze performance data, maintaining accurate metrics and performance boards to support data-driven decision-making


* Facilitate and lead continuous improvement training programs, including Lean methodologies, to build organizational capability


* Perform regular audits and process assessments, reporting results during production meetings and management reviews


* Collaborate with production teams, management, and cross-functional departments to understand challenges and co-develop solutions


* Demonstrate critical thinking and professional assertiveness in challenging existing processes and proposing innovative alternatives


* Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all documentation, ensuring grammatical accuracy, technical precision, and usability


* Support safety incident investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence


* Work flexibly around manufacturing equipment and production schedules, including occasional overtime as needed


* Maintain organized records of improvement initiatives, timelines, and outcomes for continuous tracking and reporting

Qualifications



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*Required Qualifications:

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* High school diploma or equivalent


* Demonstrated knowledge in SharePoint for document creation and management


* Excellent written and verbal communication skills


* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detai...