Manager, Plant Continuous Improvement

Who is Swire Coca-Cola? We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola and other beverage brands in America. Our 7,900 hardworking and passionate employees produce and distribute more than 50 brands and flavors across 13 states. We have as many careers as we have flavors, and regardless of which role you choose, you have a direct impact on Swire Coca-Cola, our products, and the communities we call home.Why you’ll love working at Swire Coca-Cola (enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits):Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision), 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchHealth Savings Accounts with company matchFREE virtual primary care, acute care, and physical therapyFREE Employee Assistance ProgramCompany paid (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave, and volunteer time)Discounted & free productOpportunities for career advancementWhat does a Plant Continuous Improvement Manager do at Swire Coca-Cola?Support the development and deployment of best practice operating methodologies for the continuous improvement of all aspects of supply chain operations. Lead deployment efforts in a subset of methodologies through targeted action plans for specific pillars. Partner with site leadership teams to enable phased progression from current state toward world-class supply chain performance. Ensure that appropriate operating culture, capabilities, and business processes are developed to enable manufacturing and warehouse operations to perform at optimal safety, quality, cost, and efficiency.Responsibilities:Work with functional leaders and corporate pillar owners to integrate continuous improvement methodologies, according to the established schedule and strategy, into ongoing business operations. Coordinate internal and external deployment resources to ensure these methodologies become 'how we do business'Partner with site leadership and local pillar leaders in establishing a high performing organization that delivers on all KPIs. Support local teams through the implementation of run-to-target methodologies and autonomous maintenance principlesAs part of autonomous maintenance, provide technical training to operators in the areas of equipment safety, defect identification, maintenance practices, and equipment ownership.Support the development of a standardized operation; integrate these standards into the technician work systemSupport steering committee members and corporate pillar leaders in the executed deployment of continuous improvement methodologies and practices. Participate in corporate pillar meetings and steering committee reviewsSupport phase assessments and partner with site leaders/leadership teams in developing action plans for phase progression, with focus on actions that will eliminate specific areas of loss. Support frontline teams in developing and executing these plans for improvementEstablish and maintain a strong association with CCNA and other Coca-Cola bottlers in order to effectively learn best practices, provide guidance/counsel where appropriate, and be aware of changing trends and requirementsPerforms other duties as assignedRequirements:Bachelor's Degree in STEM or business related field preferredHigh School Diploma (or GED) with 8+ years leadership experience in two or more of the following areas: safety, quality, maintenance, operations management, HR, or continuous improvement requiredStrong knowledge of manufacturing/production and maintenance systemsExcellent influencing and negotiation skillsStrong organizational and project management skillsCome and join our Sparkling team!Base pay range is $101,921 - $133,772 plus bonus structure (dependent on role). Pay offered will depend on candidate’s geographic location, prior relevant experience, knowledge, skills, & abilities.At Swire Coca-Cola, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates and their families. Benefit options include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth, Virtual Mental Health Counseling, 401(k) with Company Match, and Tuition Reimbursement. We also offer the following paid time off benefits on a calendar year or anniversary year basis: 80 hours of Paid Vacation, 1 hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 40 hours worked (unless otherwise subject to a more generous local requirement), 7 Paid Holidays, 3 Paid Floating Holidays, 8 hours of Paid Volunteer Leave, up to 8 weeks of Maternity Disability Paid Leave (based on eligibility), and up to 2 weeks of Parental Paid Leave (based on eligibility).Swire Coca-Cola is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

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