Engineer, Continuous Improvement - Remote

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PSCU/Co-op Solutions is now Velera! PSCU and Co-op Solutions became a single entity on January 2, 2024, and our new company name was announced on May 7, 2024. Our new brand represents our combined company’s shared mission and unique ability to drive velocity and positive momentum for credit union success in a new era of financial services.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will be responsible for carrying out a wide array of project work under the direct supervision and guidance of the Process Excellence Manager and fellow Senior Process Engineers (Black Belts). This role will support department-level initiatives on productivity, workflow improvements, and business process management. Incumbent will assist with work execution and data-driven decisions by applying the applicable Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools, and demonstrate basic proficiency in statistical tools to provide financial impact and customer benefits. The market equivalent is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt.

• Use LEAN Six Sigma methodologies (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control) to assess current operating procedures and envision the future state.

• Leverage the seven (7) basic quality tools for process improvement to help the organization understand and improve its processes.

• In coordination with Continuous Improvement leadership and fellow Senior CI Engineers, execute data collection, provide analysis and support to all assigned departments to achieve stated productivity gains as outlined in Goals and Strategies: -Conduct fact-finding -Develop Dashboards -Track and Validate project benefits.

• Apply all aspects and concepts of Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Define-Measure-Analyze-Improve-Control)

• Track progress and report on success and performance metrics of productivity project(s).

• Identify key performance indicators and establish process linkages with dashboards.

• Support department(s) in achieving their productivity assignments and goals; work closely with representatives in each area to define a prioritized list of projects.

• Share learnings with the Continuous Improvement department and appropriate management.

• Maintain a critical eye by discovering and highlighting improvement opportunities in waste (Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Overproduction, overprocessing, Defects).

• Identify and define broader cross-functional ideas to Process Excellence leadership and fellow Senior Continuous Improvement Engineers.

• Drive process standardization and repeatability via appropriate policy and process documentation.

• Deliver Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training to Velera employees. Mentor Candidates through project completion to achieve certification.  

• Demonstrate understanding with software that is centered on process management and statistical data, and analyze relevant data to ensure fact-based decisions are made.

• Act as mentor, teacher, coach, identifier, and influencer to Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Students, Candidates, and Continuous Improvement Community.

• Provide program management support, including complex projects that align with strategic or enterprise-level initiatives.

• Discover and act on improvement opportunities, as applicable to the organization's needs.

• Be an advocate for Lean Six Sigma tools and strategies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

About Velera

At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners.   Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE!

Pay Equity

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Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Great Work/Life Benefits!

• Competitive wages

• Medical with telemedicine

• Dental and Vision

• Basic and Optional Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Maternity, Parental, Family Care

• Community Volunteer Time Off

• 12 Paid Holidays

• Company Paid Disability Insurance

• 401k (with employer match)

• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Supplemental Insurance

• Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Wellness program

• Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster and the "EEO is the Law" Poster Supplement. Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information.

Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here (English and Spanish). For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here (English and Spanish poster).

As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at recruiters@velera.com for assistance.