Job Description:

Ellsworth Corporation

Ellsworth,Germantown,Germantown, WI 53022, USA
Title Continuous Improvement Manager Distribution Operations
Job Category: Supply Chain
Risquisition Number: CONTI002699
Posted: December 17, 2024
Full-Time
Ellsworth-Germantown Germantown, WI 53022, USA

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What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Continuous Improvement Manager Distribution Operations opportunity. This role reports into our corporate location in Germantown, WI. The ideal candidate would be open to working onsite and traveling up to 25%.

Are you passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement to ensure the highest level of standards for performance and customer service? Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!

Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space/aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click here to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and here to find out more about the industries we serve, and here to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.

You will drive operational excellence across our distribution network, incorporating visual daily management, and distribution network optimization. Leverage your project management expertise to identify improvement opportunities and implements strategic initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to distribution team members on continuous improvement methodologies and practices.
• Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of distribution operations, monitors performance regularly, and implements corrective actions as necessary.
• Implements visual management tools and techniques, such as daily huddles, performance boards, and workplace walkthroughs to provide real-time visibility into distribution operations and facilitate proactive decision-making.
• Oversees multiple improvement projects concurrently, from initiation to completion, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication.
• Leads cross-functional teams to analyze current distribution network structures, identifies optimization opportunities, and implements solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

PERKS & BENEFITS

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! Click Here for a summary of Employee Benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience with 2 years management experience in distribution operations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Project Management Certification (PMP) preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with TPS-Toyota Management Systems, and VDM -Visual Daily Management, preferred.
• Proven / successful track record in distribution management or related field, with expertise in continuous improvement, visual management, distribution network optimization, and project management.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and DMAIC- Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to drive change and deliver results.
• Proven experience opening, consolidating, moving, and closing distribution centers.
• Knowledge and experience in Network Optimization including Inventory Segmentation 80/20 methodology preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams at all levels of the organization.

Recruitment Fraud Warning:

Ellsworth is aware of scams involving false offers of employment with our company.

These fraudulent interviews and job offers use fake websites, email addresses, group chat, and text messages. Please be aware that Ellsworth never asks candidates for their personal information, IDs, or bank account information during the interview process. Ellsworth also does not interview prospective candidates via instant message or group chat and does not require candidates to purchase products or services, or process payments on our behalf as a condition of any employment offer.

For more information or if you have been targeted, please reach out to RecruitingTeam@ellsworth.com.

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