Continuous Improvement Specialist - DS

Continuous Improvement Specialist – Distribution Services

Are you a problem-solver who enjoys improving processes, boosting efficiency, and helping teams perform at their best?

Do you excel at analyzing data, leading initiatives, and driving measurable improvement in operations?

If so, you may be the perfect fit for our Distribution Services team.

At Kirby Risk, we’re committed to dependable distribution supported by a culture of continuous improvement. Our teams work every day to enhance performance, eliminate waste, and deliver accuracy and speed our customers depend on.


What You’ll Do
As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you’ll help develop, implement, and sustain improvement initiatives across our Distribution Services operations. You’ll partner closely with leaders, warehouse teams, and cross-functional departments to strengthen operational excellence and drive meaningful results.

You will:
• Lead continuous improvement projects to streamline warehouse and distribution processes.
• Analyze workflows, KPIs, and performance data to identify and prioritize opportunities.
• Support standardizing best practices and updating SOPs.
• Facilitate root-cause analysis, kaizen events, and other problem-solving activities.
• Partner with managers to implement improvements that stick.
• Provide coaching and training on Lean tools and performance management.
• Assist with documentation, visual management tools, and performance dashboards.
• Track outcomes to ensure Continuous Improvement initiatives deliver measurable results.
• Help enhance safety, quality, accuracy, and cycle-time performance.


What Makes You a Great Fit

You’ll succeed in this role if you have:
• A related college degree and 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer-facing skills (written, verbal, and phone).
• Solid computer aptitude, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with the confidence to lead discussions and improvement efforts.
• A self-directed, professional work ethic and commitment to learning and development.
• The ability to track results, support continuous improvement programs, and listen effectively.
• Flexibility to support a multi-shift operation and lead by example.


What to Expect
• Primarily Monday–Friday, standard business hours.
• On-site role supporting distribution operations; occasional travel may be required.
• A collaborative environment focused on teamwork, improvement, and operational excellence.


Why Kirby Risk?
Since 1926, Kirby Risk has been a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our success comes from engaged, hard-working people who treat customers—and each other—with respect and urgency.
Here, you’re not just taking a job. You’re building a long-term career with a company committed to your growth.


Benefits That Work for You
• Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement & On-the-job Training
• 401(k) with Company Match & Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)


Ready to Power Up Your Career?
Apply online today to join Kirby Risk—where teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence drive everything we do.

We look forward to having you on the team!


How to apply:
To be considered for this position, please apply online: https://www.kirbyrisk.com/careers . Email questions to careers@kirbyrisk.com

WHEN APPLYING, PLEASE MENTION WHERE YOU SAW OUR AD
We will acknowledge all resumes received via email and respond to requests for help to complete your application.
Please note: You must have legal status that enables you to work in the U.S. We cannot obtain sponsorship. To be considered for a role, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Please get to know us at www.kirbyrisk.com. or via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kirby-risk/

A Safe Workplace is a Drug-Free Workplace