[Remote] Engineer Productivity/Continuous Improvement - Remote Position

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Covia is a leading provider of diversified minerals solutions for various industrial markets. They are seeking a Productivity/Continuous Improvement Engineer to support their Operations team by driving productivity improvements and implementing continuous improvement processes across their network of plants.ResponsibilitiesWorking with sites to support Covia’s Operations Management System with objectives that include:Improving work effectiveness and efficienciesProviding the tools and approaches needed by teams to deliverAssisting to identify systems to support debottlenecking and loss preventionAssisting sites in developing and supporting a portfolio of Continuous Improvement (CI) projects for areas of productivity, energy, and growthContinually evaluate personnel and work processes with continuous improvement as the objectiveIdentify novel concepts and approaches directed toward improving Operations optimization processesFacilitate workshops to generate involvement for problem solving and idea generation at all levels throughout the Organization including front line workersProvide lean manufacturing training to front line and supervisory staffEnsure all plant personnel receive thorough training on existing processes and are upgrades on new systems as requiredFacilitate the implementation and sustaining the Ways of Working. Focus on KPI development, Visual Performance Boards, 5S and Skills Training MatrixBuild and foster a strong culture of personal and process safety across the organizationMaintain technical skills by utilizing available training resourcesTravel Requirements maximum 50%Collaborate with cross functional and interdependent departments as requiredPerform other duties as assignedSkillsBachelor's degree or higher in Business Management, Engineering, or Science from an accredited college or university, requiredMinimum of 2-5 years of work experience in either Lean Manufacturing and/or mining experience focusing on Production, Maintenance, and Energy initiativesAbility to train plant employees in problem solving techniques to deliver resultsSelf-motivated to resolve challenges and circumvent obstaclesOpenly discuss opportunities to improve the performance of the businessStrong communication skills are essentialStrong analytical and technical skills, ability to solve complex problems, ability to innovate, and a strategic business perspective and financial acumenBenefitsExcellent Healthcare Benefits – Medical, Vision, Dental401K with Company MatchingPaid Time Off + Paid HolidaysDisability Plans and Life / AD&DEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany OverviewCovia is a provider of minerals and material solutions for the industrial and energy markets. It was founded in 1970, and is headquartered in Independence, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.coviacorp.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipCovia has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2022, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.