Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Location: Beltsville, MD

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $35.00 $40.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The client's Beltsville Aerospace facility is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Coordinator to support Operational Excellence (OPEX) initiatives across a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role provides hands-on exposure to Lean principles, manufacturing processes, and cross-functional collaboration while helping drive a culture of continuous improvement. The successful person in this role will support continuous improvement action items from kaizen events, improve shop floor productivity through the implementation of Lean Manufacturing Tools, basic problem-solving activities, and collect inspection data to create statistical process charts.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with CI manager, operations team, and Quality team
• Learn new technologies and implement process changes
• Collect data and use it to create statistical process charts
• Reinforce training from kaizen events
• Follow up on identified action items

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Labor productivity improvement
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Cost savings and cost avoidance
• Throughput and capacity increases
• Scrap and rework reduction
• On-time project completion
• Safety and quality performance improvements

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with Six Sigma tools and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of time studies, work measurement, line balancing, and capacity analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Ability to influence teams and drive change in a manufacturing environment
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in high-volume, discrete manufacturing, consumer products, automotive, or similar industries
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or facility layout software

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field complete or currently in progress from an accredited institution

Required Experience

• Industrial Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This client is an intelligent power management company focused on sustainability and improving global quality of life, operating in more than 100 countries with revenues of approximately $20.8 billion. Founded over a century ago, the organization develops power management technologies spanning electrical systems, aerospace components, vehicle powertrain solutions, and data center infrastructure products embedded in the critical systems that keep modern society running. With approximately 160,000 employees worldwide, this company employs electrical engineers, power systems specialists, aerospace technicians, software developers, and supply chain professionals across its many global divisions.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-12241

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