5-S Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:

The 5-S Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the ongoing development, implementation, and maintenance of 5-S and Continuous Improvement defined by P3.  Proactively facilitates, coordinates, & leads all 5-S efforts at Tenneco, Angola.  Work with plant leadership to continually improve systems, organization, & culture of continuous improvement.     

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine 5-S audits of the plant and maintain action list of identified non-conformities. 
• Effectively communicate ideas, scheduling, maintenance of plant 5-S.
• Assist in new-hire 5-S training and follow-up interaction for new employees as necessary.
• Work closely with Operations Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, & shift Group Leaders to develop PM’s in work order system to standardized floor coating.
• Work closely with Operations Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, & shift Group Leaders to develop PM’s in work order system to standardize timing for ceiling cleaning & painting.
• Ability and willingness to use hand/power tools to perform light maintenance work as it pertains to 5-S projects.
• Develop PM’s for wall cleaning & painting.
• Assist plant leadership in implementing & maintaining Focus Factory methodology.
• Plan, Organize, Champion, & Complete all major 5-S projects within the facility.
• Work closely with MRO Buyer to identify cost saving opportunities and maintain specific inventories of 5-S supplies.  Develop system to maintain control of 5-S supplies for all major 5-S projects.
• Inspect entire premises monthly to identify systemic gaps in 5-S culture.  Work with Operations Manager to develop corrective actions to resolve these issues.
• Work with TM’s within the specific departments to create an environment of true 5-S.  (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, & Sustain).  With the ultimate goal being the individual work areas “sustaining” their own areas.
• Work with group leaders to update WINs as needed.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement portion of Operations BOS Team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED certification.
• Computer skills (Excel, Word, Email)
• Good communication skills (written & oral) and strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to assist with new employee orientation activities.
• Knowledge of and commitment to Tenneco’s safety policies/procedures and Plant Safety Rules.
• Certified in the use of JLG/Scissor Lift, Sit Down Forklift, & Stand-Up Forklift (or willingness to be trained on all)

• Dependability, creativity, flexibility, and a positive attitude.
• Self-starter, motivator, and teamwork-builder with a strategic focus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Tenneco, Angola’s manufacturing processes.
• Efficient organizational & analytical skills.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Ability to flex work hours to complete tasks in an efficient & timely manner.