For nearly a century, MacNeal has been providing quality healthcare to the Berwyn community and its surrounding area. And as our community grows, MacNeal consistently expands our scope of care to keep every generation of your family growing strong.
GENERAL SUMMARY:Reporting to the Director of Quality, is responsible for facilitating continuous improvement activities using the Lean methodology.Coaches and supports teams and individuals on properly identifying the seven (7) wastes.(Transportation, Inventory, Movement, Waiting, Overprocessing, Overproduction, Defects)Teaches and trains teams and individuals on the application of problem specific tools to support the Kaizen activity.(Five Whys, Problem Pareto, Visual Management, 5S, Pull Systems, Takt Time, Poke-yoke mistake proofing, Standardized Work, Kanban Pull/Visual, VSM Value Stream Mapping)Strong leadership, coaching and teaching abilities.Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills.Exceptional communication (primarily verbal) skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the organization.Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.KNOWLEDGE, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE/REGISTRATION REQUIRED:The level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelors degree.Five (5) years of related experience, including first hand experience leading and conducting Kaizen events, preferably in a health care environment.Must be able to demonstrate first hand knowledge and proper use of Lean as a business strategy.We offer a very competitive benefits package including paid time off and a 401(k) savings retirement plan.