Friday , March 29 2024

Amtrak Hiring – Sr Continuous Improvement Mgr

Website Amtrak

Job Description:

The Sr. Continuous Improvement Mgr. is responsible for facilitating and leading continuous improvement projects and initiatives within the operations-transportation department. This position reports to the AVP Transportation or AVP System Ops.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Drive a standardized process improvement methodology to drive root cause problem solving and prevent reoccurrence of customer-facing defects.
  • Responsible for leading multiple projects that deliver process improvements and financially contribute to the business.
  • Leads the development, communication, and execution of a plan that is aligned to the company’s vision, mission, and goals.
  • Facilitate change and motivate colleagues to practice continuous improvement and waste elimination.
  • Identify, develop, and execute initiatives for cost reduction and process improvements across the division, focusing on safety, financials, and customer service.

Job Requirements:

  • Ability to redefine processes to increase effectiveness and use statistics to make data driven decisions.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Strong planning, organizing, and time management skills with the ability to collaborate with leaders and prioritize multiple project needs
  • 9 years of relevant Transportation or Operations experience required
  • Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio as well as reporting applications.
  • Proven ability to prioritize multiple objectives and priorities within tight deadlines.
  • Ability to set goals, prioritize projects and execute continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
  • Proven track record managing complex continuous improvement projects.
  • Proven ability to diagnose root cause problems, reach solid conclusions, develop implementable solutions, articulate ideas crisply and concisely, and build consensus across the division.
  • Advanced knowledge and experience with railroad regulations, policies, and programs

Qualification & Experience:

  • Demonstrated experience in leading significant operational process improvement efforts
  • Prior experience with continuous improvement on front end or support function processes as well as direct operational processes
  • Experience presenting and providing recommendations to senior leadership (verbal and written communication)
  • 11+ years of Transportation or Operations experience or a combination preferred
  • Proven experience influencing change and process improvement initiatives

Job Details:

Company: Amtrak

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: New York City, NY, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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