Continuous Improvement Manager - BCV

Job Overview

The Continuous Improvement Manager plays a key role in executing assigned Continuous Improvement Manager tasks. This includes managing and overseeing project initiatives for the facilities from inception to conclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic plan for improvements at the facility utilizing FMEA techniques for prioritization.
• Facilitate network Continuous Improvement initiatives and partner with Corporate Sponsor for leadership of the CI program.
• Identify and facilitate process improvement projects, training/workshops to drive cultural change through use of techniques such as Kaizen, 5’s, Visual Workplace, PDCA, Waste Hunting, SMED, OEE, Kanban, KPI’s, Policy Deployment, etc.
• Conduct root cause analysis to determine metrics, troubleshoot manufacturing/business and assembly issues, material flow, project plans, production capacity, facility design and create process documentation.
• Lead Kaizen and Kata events for focused improvement in critical work areas and processes.
• Establish metrics to monitor financial savings as compared to established goals and targets.
• Develop and maintain annual value stream mapping efforts, CI plans, and calendars.
• Teach others to lead improvement efforts, including training on effective tools for successful project leadership.
• Participate in the design, install and debug tooling and capital equipment as it relates to process improvement.
• Drive value stream mapping to define “As-Is Analysis” and the transition to Future State.
• Develop and conduct compliance audits, program evaluations and reviews to drive results with the fortitude to ensure change is permanent.
• Carry out advanced data collection and analysis for process mapping, develop budgets and cost analysis to determine project feasibility.
• Follow all Safety requirements to include, Housekeeping, LO/TO, Confined Space, PPE and engage in facility safety efforts.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, NYSDA, PMO, FDA, and assist in maintaining SQF readiness, and HACCP.

Min. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited University and/or 5+ years manufacturing
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• High proficiency in Microsoft 365 / Excel. (VBA skills preferred)
• Skilled in data analytics / visual data communication
• Dairy technology knowledge preferred (Opposed to just manufacturing)