Mgr, Process Improvement -Black Belt

Description

Manage the mill Continuous Improvement (CI) program, including mentorship of numerous projects, leadership of site initiatives and data analysis, and leadership of cross-departmental or higher-complexity projects. Must work effectively with Mill Teams and employees across all levels of the facility and become the key productivity resource to the Mill General Manager.

Requirements

• BS/BA; Technical Degree Preferred
• 4 – 8 years of relevant industry experience with progressive growth in mill operations
• Smurfit Westrock GB certification with the intent to complete BB training and certification within 2 years
• Passion and drive to improve systems and processes
• Intermediate knowledge of Continuous Improvement Tools, including Lean Six Sigma, DMS, and Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA)
• Demonstrated ability to execute projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment using a team-based, data-based problem-solving approach
• 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 QuantumXL, PI Vision/AF, Microsoft Office, and SmartSheet
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills from the shop floor to executive level
• Ability to positively influence and persuade others
• Preferred: Subject matter expert within the paper making industry, including any area of paper mill operations; Expertise in change management and organizational redesign; MBA; 2+ years as lean six sigma black belt with a documented project portfolio; Smurfit Westrock or ASQ BB Certification

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $135,000 - $165,000. Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment. 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.