Continuous Improvement Manager (Manufacturing)
Essential Job Functions:
The following duties are normal for this position. The incumb ent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-i nclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
- Executes lean vision, strategies and initiatives that deliver continuous improvement, culture transformation, waste reduction and/or cost savings
- Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to identify continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence and/or customer satisfaction
- Works directly with key stakeholders to coordinate and lead improvement initiatives resulting in quality, throughput, cost savings and/or margin enhancement opportunities
- Facilitates and coordinates Kaizen blitz activities
- Develops lean tracking tools, communication cadences, monitor results and report progress to key stakeholders
- Assists in the development and implementation of capital projects, including equipment feasibility studies, working with key stakeholders
- Facilitates lean training and guidance, including effective use of lean tools, for key stakeholders
- Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaints
- Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree required-Engineering, Business or related field preferred
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience required
- Relevant experience will include experience driving tangible improvements to the quality and profitability of operations in a lean manufacturing environment
- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Yukon, PA as well as other business locations as needed
- Knowledge of A3 problem-solving methodology
- Ability to promote and manage positive change at various operational levels
- Ability to proactively and independently identify opportunities for improvement
- Ability to collaboratively plan projects and manage project resources
- Skilled in facilitating Kaizen events
- Ability to maintain stakeholder buy-in required to drive projects to completion
- Ability to calculate project ROI, including both hard and soft savings
- Knowledge of corrugate manufacturing is a plus
