Process Lead

Memphis, TN – Pay Level: 1A

About the role

The Hershey Company Memphis plant is a Non-Union facility producing products such as Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, and Good & Plenty in a high-speed complex environment. The Process Lead will drive the Hershey Lean program at the plant by developing and implementing process improvements and building operator capabilities in a TPM environment. This leader will drive process, system, and operational improvements integral to creating a zero-loss culture. A core function of the role is developing standards for executing tasks on the line (e.g., changeovers) and training operators and mechanics to execute standards properly. The Process Lead will own the centerline and changeover Daily Management Systems, track and maintain loss data, and communicate losses in an unbiased manner paired with a problem-solving methodology to eliminate process losses.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily problem solving and data-driven planning as the problem-solving leader for the assigned Business Unit
• Coach operators and mechanics on executing standards
• Implement and sustain the Hershey Lean program
• Develop and manage equipment centerlines as needed
• Improve and implement rapid changeover/Time To Target Production initiatives
• Develop standards for executing tasks on the line
• Drive process efficiency on multiple production lines
• Partner with project engineers and teams to ensure successful system start-ups during design and launch
• Assist in financial valuation for pipeline items, capital projects, and new item costing
• Provide visibility of top losses and Zero-Based Analysis across the site
• Develop data collection through OsiPi and improvement projects
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering initiatives: RCA, 8D’s, SMED, Kaizen events, KANBAN, VSM, Time motion study, Headcount optimization, Just-in-Time, 5S, etc.

Requirements

• Strong leadership skills in leading teams
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to influence others when proposing change
• Able to develop action plans based on problems identified on the floor
• Works independently and takes ownership of driving improvements
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact with all levels of the company
• Experienced in data collection and analysis
• Preferred experience with OSI PI, PowerApps, Power BI, O365 tools, and advanced Excel skills

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related discipline strongly preferred
• 3+ years’ experience in an automated manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
• TPM experience preferred