Continuous Improvement Manager

Job PurposeDevelop and successfully execute performance and reliability improvements across the facility. Serving as a key technical and operations resource, deliver improved, sustainable line performance through enhancing production and maintenance operating systems and margin improvement/cost savings on operational projects.Essential FunctionsManage the continuous improvement program and all operational and workplace organization standardsUtilize TPM and lean flow methodologies to optimize asset and employee effectiveness along with workplace organization to ensure ideal production rates, parameters, and formulas are established and metDevelop and manage reliability improvement plans for employees and assetsLead and facilitate mindset training programs to support reliability improvement plansLead testing and startup for packaging materials and equipment; assist startup lead for all new projectsProvide technical operations support for capital projects to ensure effective early management/vertical startupManage new product commercialization initiatives for operationsServe as technical liaison between functional groups including production/maintenance employees, leadership, marketing, sales, R&D, and other facilitiesLead cost improvement efforts, ensuring annual cost target achievement is met, specifically focused on manufacturing/operationsSupport plant leadership in annual operating and capital plan developmentFacilitate training to leadership and associates for key problem solving/continuous improvement methodology toolsAssist team in creating and sustaining an environment of continuous improvement and fact-based decision makingSupport food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured productsPerform other job-related duties as assignedQualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)Bachelors degree, preferably in industrial or mechanical engineering, business, or finance or equivalent experience5+ years of experience in manufacturing or engineering, preferably with food packaging and bakery equipment, packaging materials (film, corrugate, etc.), and related manufacturing systems/processesAbility to lead and support multiple projects and strategic initiatives concurrently and independentlyComplex problem solving and critical thinking skills, leveraging process-driven and root cause mentalityLean-minded thinkerStrong written and verbal communication skillsStrong knowledge of product quality, FDA, OSHA, and EPA regulations

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