Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

The CI Specialist assists in the coordination of Lean transformational activities, champions change and is a resource for Lean improvement. This position provides leadership, guidance, and follow-through to support the completion of departmental sustainment goals and objectives by delivering breakthrough results in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and morale.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with CI manager and Plant Leadership to:
• Build an employee engaged work environment
• Develop tracking tools and measures to support CI initiatives
• Provide and teach Continual Improvement mindset and techniques to employee
• Analyzes data to identify opportunities.
• Facilitates improvement events to drive sustainable initiatives
• Participates in more complex improvement events
• Work individually or as a team member to perform and teach root cause analysis
• Establishes and drives productivity pipeline projects
• Responsible for managing multiple projects at the same time.
• Supports peers and colleagues to drive performance across entire organization.

KEY COMPETENCIESKnowledge and experience with ERP (SAP preferred)

Skilled in:Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong self-confidence.
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work with autonomy.
Accuracy and detail-oriented

Ability to:Effectively communicate to give and acknowledge instructions/problems.
Write routine reports and correspondence.
Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram and/or schedule form.
Work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
Handle several priorities and tasks
Work in a fast-paced environment
Lead change

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED); Two (2) years of college courses, preferred
Two (2) or more years working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, or WCM

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Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Downers Grove, IL we are a world-class contract manufacturer producing wholesome baked goods, snacks and packaged foods for many of the world's leading food companies. As one of the largest and fastest growing food co-manufacturing companies in the US, we are the proud owner and operator of over 35 facilities globally. Our nearly 10,000 employee-strong organization is leading the way and setting new standards for quality, safety, flexibility and efficiency while feeding families around the globe.

Hearthside's exceptional growth stems from its ability to address real-world problems for customers of all shapes and sizes, and by our resolute commitment to our belief that there are no great companies without great culture. Our culture of personal empowerment enables growth, learning, and continuous improvement every day!
We are steadfast in our ambition to be the indispensable and most trusted partner to our customers and need your help to do it! Join Hearthside and enjoy a competitive package, outstanding benefits and a diverse work environment.
Hearthside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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