Manager, Process Improv, BB – Corrugated West

General Purpose

Lead multiple process improvement teams concurrently utilizing the Lean-Six Sigma Methodology to measurably improve operational and/or business processes. Must work effectively with leadership and the financial community to translate sustainable process improvements into budgeted financial improvements (net productivity impact).

Essential Job Functions

• Work with leadership to align on priorities, business needs, project opportunities.
• Lead 2-4 project improvement teams concurrently, potentially at multiple locations (divisional / business unit dependent).
• Execute > 6 projects per year having a significant impact on our business (BBs expected to provide > $1MM in productivity).
• Coach multiple Green Belt projects per year.
• Work effectively with operations to translate process improvement findings into production specifications and standard work.
• Maintain project documentation within the project management system.
• Ensure standards of project execution for DMAIC and kaizen projects are met.
• Consistently identify project opportunities to improve the business.
• Support business unit or divisional initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS/BA; Technical Degree Preferred
• 5 – 10 years of relevant manufacturing / continuous improvement experience
• Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects in fast paced and dynamic environment using team-based, data-driven approach
• Passion and drive to improve systems and processes
• Demonstrated ability to coach, teach, and mentor technical and non-technical knowledge to hourly and salaried employees to drive business results
• Strong financial acumen with ability to create financial models used to support project selection and determine net project value to the P&L
• Proficient with Minitab, Microsoft Office, Visio, and/or SharePoint
• Intermediate knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and methodology
• Driven with a sense of urgency to achieve results
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills from the shop floor to executive level
• Skilled Decision maker and Systematic Problem Solver
• Ability to Positively Influence and Persuade Others
• Capable of assuming authority as needed
• Team builder
• Ability to travel up to 90% of the time to WestRock plants supported in defined geographic area

What We Offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work

Qualified Applicants

Will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $103,125.00 - $171,875.00, depending on your role, level, and location.

Benefits

• Short-term bonus incentive
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
• Retail savings plans
• Life and disability insurance programs
• Paid sick leave as required by applicable state/local law
• 15 days of paid vacation
• 11 days of paid holidays