Process Research Director jobs in Richmond, KY

Process Research Director manages the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. Researches and develops methods to increase productivity, decrease costs, maintain quality and consistency in current products, and discover new products. Being a Process Research Director requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a top management. The Process Research Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Process Research Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Process Improvement
  • Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC
  • Midway, KY FULL_TIME
  • Company Description


    At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things, and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.


    Job Description


    Our distribution business is experiencing transformative growth—with no end in sight.

    That’s why we’re looking for a Six Sigma Business Director of Process Improvement for our Midway, KY, distribution center to identify, evaluate and implement operational improvements that generate cost savings and efficiencies. Our ideal candidate will be a change agent with strong communication skills who can garner support from those around them for the changes they seek, and motivate and influence the team to advance and achieve their goals and objectives. This strategic business role will report to our SVP of Distribution and will positively impact business operations by creating a competitive advantage and improve financial performance.

    A day in the office looks like this:

    • Planning, performing and implementing process improvement initiatives
    • Diagraming and evaluating existing processes
    • Organizing, leading and facilitating cross-functional project teams; developing metrics that provide data for process measurement, identifying indicators for future improvement opportunities
    • Collecting and analyzing data to identify root cause of problems; measuring performance against process requirements; aligning improvement to performance shortfalls
    • Delivering presentations and training courses including measurement, analysis, improvement and control; surveying and analyzing best practices for techniques and processes; communicating team progress; performing cost and benefit analyses
    • Leading process improvement projects within the business units
    • Collaborating with other Business Process teams to develop and execute process improvement

    Qualifications


    Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

    • Six Sigma Black Belt Certification required
    • 2 years of Six Sigma Black Belt experience in process improvement at a distribution center
    • Strong financial acumen/experience in calculating cost benefit analysis and ROI
    • Experience with cross-functional projects involving executive level members as well as support staff and distribution associate employee
    • Data analysis and predictive modeling experience; ability to execute complex analysis and synthesize into a storyline to socialize, influence and drive action across the organization
    • Advanced PC skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel (VLOOKUP, pivots, if-then statements, charts, graphs), Access (query, table comparison, building macros, building multiple links, creating dashboards), PowerPoint and Visio (development of process flows, map design layouts, value stream mapping)
    • Self-motivated, organized and capable of proactively identifying, sourcing and handling multiple projects (3-5 projects at any one given time) to successful completion
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to promote trust and collaboration to build strong relationships

    Additional Information


    And here’s our end of the bargain!

    • Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
    • Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
    • Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
    • 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
    • Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
    • Generous employee discount
    • Casual dress…and we really mean it

    At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

    We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

    To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers

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    People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose.

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Mkt Director Nursing Educ-Research
  • CHI Saint Joseph Health System
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Overview Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington Kentucky. Founded in 1877 a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford began t...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Global Director - New Solutions Development Process & Project Management
  • Valvoline Global Operations
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Overview Why Valvoline Global Operations? Valvoline Global is a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, creating future-ready products and best-in-class services for partners around t...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Data entry specialist
  • Maxion Research
  • Lexington, KY FULL_TIME
  • Remote Work From Home Data Entry Clerk for Entry Level Position Work at home position for job seekers from virtually any work background who are interested in part-time, side gigs, micro jobs, work fr...
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Data entry specialist
  • Maxion Research
  • Richmond, KY FULL_TIME
  • Remote Work From Home Jobs / Data Entry Clerk - Typing - Work At Home - Doing Data Entry - 100% Remote Earn Immediately Hello and thank you for your interest! We are a growing company that connects jo...
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Process Technician
  • 1004 Adient US LLC
  • Georgetown, KY FULL_TIME
  • JOB DESCRIPTION We are a global leader in automotive seating because of our people — a team of adventurous thinkers and passionate high performers who make it all possible. We pride ourselves on being...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Global Sourcing Manager
  • StraussGroup - Executive Search Consultants
  • Lexington, KY
  • THE POSITION The Global Sourcing Manager leads the Strategic Sourcing efforts for the Nicholasville, KY, manufacturing p...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Research Assistant, Associate, or Professor
  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Summary THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, COLLEGE OF SOCIAL WORK (CoSW) is a renowned leader in social work. Our mission i...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant, Associate, or Professor in Otolaryngology
  • University of Kentucky
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Summary The University of Kentucky (UK) Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, in conjunction with th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Regulation Case Manager
  • US Equestrian Fed
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Description Job Description This position supports the Federation’s mission and vision by demonstrating a commitment...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physician
  • Baptist Health
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Description: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: The following is a summary of the major functions of this indivi...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Underwriter - Garage
  • Gallagher
  • Lexington, KY
  • About Us: At Risk Placement Services, we're more than just a team we thrive on collaboration, creativity, and tackling c...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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PACE Nurse Practitioner (APRN)
  • Bluegrass Care Navigators
  • Lexington, KY
  • Job Type Full-time Description PACE Nurse Practitioner (APRN) Location: Lexington, KY Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Associate Director of Performance Media
  • CORNETT
  • Lexington, KY
  • The Associate Director of Performance Media is responsible for the development and execution of overarching strategy, pl...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Richmond is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Madison County, Kentucky, United States. It is named after Richmond, Virginia, and is the home of Eastern Kentucky University. The population was 33,533 in 2015. Richmond is the third-largest city in the Bluegrass region (after Louisville and Lexington) and the state's sixth-largest city. Richmond serves as the center for work and shopping for south-central Kentucky. Richmond is the principal city of the Richmond–Berea Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Madison and Rockcastle counties. Richmond is located in Madison...
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Income Estimation for Process Research Director jobs
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