Manager, Continuous Improvement

About the role

The Continuous Improvement Manager will manage and execute projects that improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processes within and across the manufacturing network. This role requires deep cross-functional experience and strong project management capabilities to deliver exceptional results. It also requires a change leader who can influence, guide, and engage a variety of stakeholders toward an improved future state.

Responsibilities

• Partner with functional supply chain leaders to assess current processes and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Manage the process of selecting, scoping, and prioritizing projects, including review of resource utilization across the organization.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a Continuous Improvement strategy within Operations and Supply Chain functional areas.
• Lead in the strategic development, planning, and execution of various transformation programs and projects targeted toward improving the business's performance.
• Deliver significant and quantifiable process improvement and financial benefit across the supply chain.
• Lead by example as an active change agent and leverage influencing skills that come from deep subject matter expertise in Continuous Improvement and project management.
• Create and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development and execution of Manufacturing and Supply Chain strategies.
• Oversee the plant continuous improvement program to deliver against supply chain goals.
• Drive behavioral change across the area of responsibility, including support functions, through coaching and influencing employees.
• Develop and indirectly lead a network of continuous improvement employees through mentoring, coaching, and project oversight.
• Utilize an analytical, data-driven, and problem-solving mindset to solve challenging business issues.
• Promote and show commitment to the company's vision and values.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Engineering, or other related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a project management capacity or experience managing continuous improvement projects.
• 5+ years of direct work experience in supply chain management and/or quality disciplines.
• Experience working in a multi-plant operations environment.
• Demonstrated change leadership skill set.
• Ability to work with Continuous Improvement tools and processes (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, and similar concepts).
• Strategic agility and strong business acumen.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with teams across multiple levels and locations within an organization.
• Ability to effectively communicate with and listen to peers/managers as well as internal and external customers.
• Ability to educate/train others on continuous improvement concepts through project work or educational sessions.
• Experience in the food processing industry.
• Strong presentation skills—must be comfortable communicating and presenting to multiple levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, dental & vision coverage
• Pay for performance incentives
• Employee & Family assistance programs
• Wellness Programs
• Retirement Planning
• Supplemental Parental Leaves
• Disability Support
• Family-friendly Flex policies & Summer hours
• Volunteer hours
• Learning and mentorship opportunities
• Safety-focused work environment