Continuous Imp Specialist II

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (GD-OTS), a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an onsite Continuous Improvement Specialist II to join our St. Petersburg, FL team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the warfighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS in St. Petersburg offers great benefits that are effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental vision, 401k and many other benefits are available without a waiting period.

Summary:

Analyzes and measures the effectiveness of existing business processes and develops sustainable, repeatable and quantifiable business process improvements. Researches best business practices within and outside the organization to establish benchmark data. Collects and analyzes process data to initiate, develop and recommend business practices and procedures that focus on enhanced safety, increased productivity and reduced cost. Determines how new information technologies can support reengineering business processes | May specialize in one or more of the following areas: benchmarking, business process analysis and reengineering, change management and measurement, and/or process-driven systems requirements.

Studies organizational processes and operations and develops quality and efficiency improvements.
• Evaluates internal processes and identifies opportunities for improvements.
• Gathers data for key performance indicators for functions being reviewed, evaluates current state, and proposes future state goals and objectives.
• Measures results of implemented improvement strategies and modifies continuous improvement programs in response.
• Assists in the development and delivery of continuous improvement related training programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree OR Equivalent Combination of Relevent Education &/ or Experience
• 2-4 years experience relevant to the positions functional area

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Operations or related field preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certified

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Problem management
• Judgement
• Detail oriented
• Attentiveness
• Project management skills.

Other Requirements:

• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Less than 25% travel likely
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.