Continuous Improvement Specialist - 2nd Shift

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide the leadership and initiative to ensure the successful implementation of lean concepts.
• Proactively manage change in a way to help ensure continuous improvement success.
• Learn and develop the key skills required to implement Lean Sigma and other continuous improvement disciplines.
• Help create ownership and shared results from process improvements.
• Lead, manage, coordinate and drive activities such as Kaizen events, training/education in various continuous improvement processes, etc.
• Be a teacher and facilitator of continuous improvement.
• Monitor and communicate trending of supervisors and employees skill level improvements as they relate to Continuous Improvement.
• Develop and utilize tools that will maximize the effectiveness of lean and sustain them over time.
• This includes but is not limited to SPC, lean manufacturing, pass down meetings, and other related continuous improvement tools.
• Develop expert skills in and serve as a Lean or continuous improvement leader.
• Mentor and support the development of continuous improvement resources in the plant.
• Monitor and communicate trending of supervisors and employees skill level improvements as they relate to Continuous Improvement.
• Ensure processes and practices are in place to identify and share best practices with the plant and across the organization.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

  Job Specifications

  • 2-5 years manufacturing experience is required; food industry experience is preferred.
  • Affiliates Degree preferred, High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Proficient with computers and possess the ability to use standard computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel and email with mastery.
  • Proficient in looking at reports and taking appropriate actions based on information received.
  • Proficient at writing reports to comply with requirements and to communicate to leaders.
  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Manufacturing or related experience, Continuous Improvement experience, a solid understanding of product quality and waste reduction and experience in understanding product integrity required.
  • Ability to influence floor and staff associates in all activities desired.
  • Must be analytical and able to organize data and communicate to all levels of organization in all areas of expertise.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to focus on results.
  • English/Spanish bilingual a plus.

    Working Conditions

    • Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
    • The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
    • Lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs.
    • Production demands may require evening or weekend scheduling.

      Benefits and Culture

      We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser's offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

      We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career. Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs - https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits.