The CI Manager is responsible for driving sustainable Process Improvements and mindset change in the facility by delivering breakthrough results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and morale. The CI Manager works closely with plant leadership, CI Directors, and department employees to achieve results. This position requires strong technical, Lean Manufacturing, and hands-on leadership skills to drive cultural change.
JOB DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Oversee, develop, coach, and/or execute improvement action plans based on size and complexity
Owner, driver, and facilitator of Lean Six Sigma improves to drive improvements within the facility
Driver of Hearthside Performance System (HPS) for the plant; monitoring performance, providing feedback, guidance, and coaching to department leaders
Provides and teaches Continual Improvement mindset and techniques to employees in leadership roles
Build an employee engaged work environment
Process owner of the improvement portfolio and savings targets; supporting peers and colleagues to drive performance across entire organization.
Analyze complex ERP and plant performance data to transform opportunities into action
Support Plant Manager to build cultural Lean change throughout the plant
Manage multiple complex projects concurrently
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES
Knowledge & Skill:
Knowledge and experience with ERP (SAP preferable)
Possess extensive technical skills and hands-on experience in continuous improvement manufacturing activities
Bias for action, change agent, challenging the status quo to drive to operational excellence
Excellent problem-solving skills
Accurate, detail-oriented and maintain the utmost confidentiality.
Working knowledge of P&L/financial acumen to identify performance gains and opportunities; supporting their peers to develop plans to correct performance, and track effectiveness of projects.
Ability to:
Effectively communicate to employees, top management, customers, public groups and/or board of directors.
Teach, coach, and mentor team members regarding improvement mindset, practices, and methodologies.
Maintain harmonious working relations with management and employees from all levels and departments.
Leverage resources and share best practices across multiple plants when possible.
Define problems, collect and calculate data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Work well with others in stressful situations and meet deadlines as necessary.
Work in a fast-paced environment, while at the same time making sound decisions.
Drive change and sustain.
Proficiency in:
MS Office Suite, Excel, and PP Work Environment
ERP systems; SAP preferred
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Engineering, Business or Operations
3+ years' experience in leading a Continuous Improvement Department and/or initiatives, or equivalent combination of experience
5+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
Packaging industry experience a strong plus
Bilingual preferred; English/Spanish
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to use and reach throughout the day; hands, fingers, arms, stand, walk, climb and/or balance approximately. Ability to see, hear and talk.
Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels.
