Continuous Improvement Leader

This opportunity is located within our EnviroLogix business that develops and manufactures testing solutions for detecting GMOs, mycotoxins, plant pathogens, natural toxins and chemical contaminants in multiple agricultural matrices. Click here (https://www.envirologix.com/about/) to learn more. Job Description Responsibilities include: Own the planning, facilitation, implementation, and sustainment of Lean tools and Kaizen activities in the areas of Safety, Quality, and Delivery. Facilitate EBOS training and development roadmap for Business Unit Leadership Team and key individuals Develop Operations Managers' skills through effective coaching, teaching, and mentoring Support the training and education of manufacturing and other functional teams in the application of EBOS tools Challenge the status quo and guiding leadership team in the identification of cross-functional and cross-cultural improvement opportunities Provide proactive support and facilitation with Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) leadership in the development of strategy deployment plan (SDP), SDP X-Matrix and action plans, operational Key Process Indicators (KPIs) and effective root cause countermeasures via the Problem Solving Process (PSP) Incorporate EBOS culture in all business growth and execution activities Understand data and results to develop business cases for change; measuring process improvement performance against targets Establish appropriate infrastructure and related processes for documenting and validating improvements Provide Kaizen-related training; contributing to training material contents Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field Experience in an Operations role preferred Experience in sales and marketing or commercial role would benefit this role Demonstrated experience with Lean tools preferred EnviroLogix is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status. Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. Over the last 186 years, EBI has grown into a global science and technology leader in pet food science, space and defense, and diagnostic solutions. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values. Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. The simple truth is: When you are a part of our team, you stand head and shoulders above the rest. We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service. Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/) AFB International AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers—and their customers—is our business. ⠀ Cawood (https://cawood.co.uk/) Cawood is the UK’s leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries. ⠀ Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/ensign-bickford-aerospace-defense/) EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets. ⠀ EnviroLogix (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/envirologix-inc/) EnviroLogix is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.