Operations RPS Coordinator

Job DescriptionThe Operations RPS Change Agent drives Rheem Production System initiatives throughout the plant operations team ensuring change management is utilized while driving our RPS principles forward.This position will serve our Air Division, located in Fort Smith, AR.ResponsibilitiesSupport Kaizen events comprised of multi-functional team membersImplement/coach the use of MDI boards and other visual management toolsAudit MDI boards weekly according to the standard Lead execution and coaching of the visual workplace through 5S process (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, sustain) across all work areas in the value streamConduct cycle times, time studies, and line balance for improvementsWork with site personnel to identify, address, and eliminate process-related obstacles through basic problem-solving techniquesAssist in the change of systems and processes in support of RPS initiativesParticipate in or co-facilitate Continuous Improvement projects and JDI's ("just do-it's")Provide necessary training specifically to RPS tools and methodology (under the guidance of the Operations Excellence Manager). Assist in updating and maintaining visual performance tools, including Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3 MDI boards, and Mission Control BoardFollow up on action plans, working with the management team and tracking to closureAssist teams as needed to ensure improvements are made and sustainedAssist in the creation and implementation of standard work, and teach/coach line leaders accordinglyDrive culture change through coaching of employees and leaders in following the principles and practices of RPSDeliver results on improving our TPS/RPS metrics. Other duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh School Graduate/GED5 years of related experienceTPS principal knowledge preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs. To perform this job successfully, an individual should have experience in data entry and be proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. About UsAt Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people's lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives"”every day.Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, or Wyoming.Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.

Created: 2025-03-22