Continuous Improvement Manager - Food

This presents a significant opportunity for an experienced Continuous Improvement professional to contribute significantly to the success of a globally respected brand by enhancing manufacturing processes and creating opportunities for profit improvement.

Reporting to the Plant Director, the Continuous Improvement Manager will provide CI leadership for our US manufacturing and warehouse operations. You, with the support of the Production team, will implement programs and processes to develop a continuous improvement culture and drive operational excellence.

This position will be based out of our state-of-the-art operations facility in Auburn, KY.

Responsibilities:

Identify and implement opportunities in collaboration with others for improvement, resulting in profit savings for all areas of US Operations. Implement cost-saving initiatives. Utilize data collected through ERP and other data collection systems to provide insights into processes and productivity, and use knowledge gained to improve processes, increase productivity, and reduce costs. Plan cross-functional team CI events and provide analysis/feedback on the outcomes. Aid in the development of production standards and how to meet and exceed these standards using Lean concepts. Implement management system tools such as Visual Boards, GEMBA walks, Kaizen events, etc. Track and report the outcomes of Continuous Improvement team efforts from a cost/productivity standpoint. Encourage participation in Continuous Improvement and assist department heads to manage operating budgets. Coordinate meetings with team members about improvement projects, savings opportunities, and potential projects that support the overall business strategy.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, business administration, or related field required, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certificate preferred. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and lead cross-functional teams to meet cost-saving objectives. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Continuous Improvement role. Excellent communication skills, both verbal (including presenting) and written, with the ability to accurately complete required paperwork. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is a must. Advanced data organization and Excel skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently or effectively as part of a cross-functional team.