Continuous Improvement Specialist
ABOUT US
Looking for more than just a job? At Thompson Machinery, we’ve been powering progress since 1944. We are the go-to Caterpillar dealer for Middle and West Tennessee and North Mississippi. Come join a team where our mission is simple: deliver smart solutions, build lasting partnerships, strengthen the communities we call home and invest in your growth.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Continuous Improvement Specialist is a highly competent process manager responsible for using Lean Six Sigma principles to drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence throughout the dealership. This role serves teams as an analyst, facilitator, coach, trainer, and project manager and is involved in planning, scheduling, and implementing continuous improvement activities. This position is available in the Nashville metropolitan area, the Memphis area and the Tupelo, Mississippi area.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Clearly defining program objectives and scope
- Evaluating and prioritizing potential improvements based on gains and required effort
- Securing employee commitment (ex: process managers) for proactive change management
- Establishing a clear and well-articulated implementation plan
- Appropriately implementing principles of governance
- Identifying intervention priorities and indicators
- Conducting detailed analysis of the current situation that accurately describes the issues
- Specifying deliverables, outcome indicators, and performance-measured indicators
- Identifying available resources (for example, people, material, and finances)
- Mapping out in detail the desired situation
- Accurately analyzing options including impact and feasibility
- Specifying obstacles and ways to overcome them through continuous improvement
- Regularly monitoring the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits
- Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste removal, and cost reduction
- Analyze data and use value stream mapping to vision and transform current processes and procedures towards a new future state
- Lead the planning and execution of Kaizens and other Lean transformation initiatives focused on safely eliminating waste, stabilizing processes, and improving quality and productivity
- Build cross-functional relationships within the value stream to build trust and gain the privilege of challenging the current state
- Teach, lead, and coach cross-functional teams on Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology
- Serve as a champion for change by influencing and guiding teams to better understanding and adoption of lean principles and Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology, ultimately fostering a culture of change and servant leadership
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
Cada uno de nosotros tiene una formación distinta, pero todos utilizamos nuestra contribución única para ofrecer un servicio de la máxima calidad.
Basic Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong communication, facilitation, and project management skills with the ability to speak effectively with various audiences
- 3-5 years of experience in practicing LEAN methodologies
- Strong demonstrated project management experience
- Experience with heavy machinery/equipment within a service-focused operation preferred
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification is a plus
- Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate and Power Apps) preferred
Hard Skills:
- Continuous Improvement
- 6S
- Lean Six Sigma
- Root Cause Analysis
- Value Stream Mapping
- Proficiency in commonly used and specialized software
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including advanced skills with Excel
- Demonstrated ability to work in high paced and changing environments
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
En Thompson Machinery, creemos que las grandes prestaciones son algo más que ventajas: son esenciales para el bienestar y el éxito de los empleados. Hemos diseñado un paquete de beneficios que va más allá de lo ordinario, garantizando que los miembros de nuestro equipo prosperen tanto personal como profesionalmente. A continuación le ofrecemos un resumen de nuestras ventajas, incluidas algunas que nos diferencian de nuestros competidores.
The Basics
- Diversas opciones de planes médicos, incluida una opción gratuita
- Seguro dental y de visión
- Seguro de invalidez a corto y largo plazo a cargo de la empresa
- Seguro de vida básico a cargo de la empresa
- 401k de contrapartida
- Participación en beneficios
- 8 días festivos pagados al año
- Initially up to 15 days of Paid Time Off annually with increase after five years of service
- Programa de Asistencia al Empleado (PAE)
What Sets Us Apart
- Salario competitivo
- Exposición a formación y desarrollo CAT de categoría mundial
- Reembolso de matrícula
- Asistencia en la compra de herramientas para adquirir herramientas de alta calidad con grandes descuentos
- Estipendio anual para la compra de botas de trabajo
- Programa de incentivos de la empresa
- Vacaciones de veterano pagadas anualmente a todos los miembros del servicio
- Programas de formación y desarrollo
- Uniformes de trabajo y servicios profesionales de limpieza
- Programas de bienestar financiero
Thompson Machinery offers competitive salaries and a complete benefits package. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and background. Thompson Machinery is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
Listing is current as of Apr 29, 2026 12:00 PM