Caban Systems, a leader in the design and manufacture of software-enabled energy storage and management systems for the telecommunications industry, delivers modern infrastructure solutions to its customers, while substantially reducing operational expenses and increasing uptime.
We deploy end-to-end turnkey solutions with a three-part system solution, including lithium-ion energy storage systems, cloud-based remote monitoring software, and Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) offering for mobile sites, fixed networks and fiber nodes. Our energy management system is designed to supply primary and backup power for reliable connectivity, increased transparency and a significant reduction in emissions.
- Lead an effort to embed a process-driven, continuous improvement method into the business.
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Deploy and train continuous improvement methodologies such as lean business and manufacturing methods, advanced problem-solving techniques, and approaches to visual workplace management.
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Direct and support site Operational Excellence resources to drive continuous process improvement activities for cost reductions and improved quality.
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Develop strong partnership with all Operations leadership to validate process activity and performance.
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Facilitate and drive change in a fast paced and “ever changing” environment leveraging his/her strong interpersonal, professional, and collaborative skills.
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Ensure projects are integrated and aligned with other business activities, improvement projects and business strategy and coordinated with the appropriate project/process owners to accomplish the project goals.
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Encourage and drive the development of a culture of safety, Lean, quality, 6S and continuous improvement mindset amongst all co-workers.
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Encourage and drive the development of an engaged and empowered workforce through ongoing leadership and support.
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Ensure two-way open communication throughout the organization. This includes keeping the stakeholders informed of program status and ensuring coordination of activities.
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Remain current with state-of-art quality-based strategies, programs, tools and ISO compliance and implement quality techniques throughout the organization.
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Develop Caban's continuous improvement roadmap.
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Establish and support a work environment of continuous improvement that supports relevant compliance regulations
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The area of responsibility includes the authority and responsibility to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformity relating to product, process, and quality systems
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Identify and document problems relating to the product, process, and/or quality system. Initiate, recommend, and provide solutions through designated channels
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Verify the implementation of solutions and controls to mitigate further processing or delivery of nonconforming product until deficiencies or unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected
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Provide leadership / mentoring / training to project teams on the use and practice of Lean methodologies and tools
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Assure that practices promoting continuous improvement are adopted by the organization to drive improvements in morale, quality, delivery and cost
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Perform other duties and/ or responsibilities as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration
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Additional certification in Program Management or Project Management preferred
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3 years experience in Lean/Operations Excellence role, preferably in a technology manufacturing organization
- Ability to deal tactfully and confidently with external customers at all levels
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Previous project management experience and Lean-based principles/tools (i.e. Value Stream Mapping, Cell Design and Material Flow, Visual Factory and Gemba walks, Standard Work, 6S, SMED)
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ISO compliance and audit experience, preferably in a high tech manufacturing environment
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Experience leading business transformation initiatives
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A working knowledge of an ERP system is preferred
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Experience managing corrective actions systems
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Poise and ability to act calmly and competently in high-pressure, high-stress situations and excellent interpersonal skills
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Proficient in the use of problem-solving tools, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
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Excellent business acumen
All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.