Category Operational Excellence Manager - Materials

Schreiber Foods•Green Bay, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Category Operational Excellence Manager is responsible for identifying, executing, sustaining, and championing the continuous improvement of quality, cost and customer satisfaction through identification, utilization, and optimization of input materials (i.e. packaging, ingredients) we use to make our finished products across the enterprise (all categories). This role’s primary focus is on people, processes, and data, and how they integrate input materials with equipment and the inputs/outputs of manufacturing processes to achieve the desired quality and cost improvements. Success of the role heavily depends on the involvement and cross-functional collaboration with teams such as operations, sourcing, packaging engineering, FP&A, and R&D as well as our external suppliers to manage the optimization of material specifications to create high quality products per the customer specifications and enable plant teams to achieve their quality, delivery and cost targets. The role champions measurement, methods, data analysis/analytics, problem resolution, utilization/presentation of data that easily translates into action, positive partner behaviors and partner empowerment, and process discipline. This individual is expected to bring/develop a level of business expertise to the Materials part of the business, being familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures and how they connect with other parts of the business. The role helps own the concepts and interactions around Material Identification/Development, Optimization, Integration, Testing and Launch along with the DMAIC/CIPEC processes to plan and execute projects. The manager will perform a variety of tasks, which may include leading and directing the work of others, leveraging lean and six sigma disciplines where applicable, and focusing heavily on utilizing the right tools with the right people at the right times. A successful candidate will be self-driven and motivated, executing with a wide degree of latitude in creative behaviors and influential leadership. Management and hands-on involvement in materials, product, process and equipment deployment at a company, category, or regional level in multiple locations across the Americas is expected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field
12+ years experience in engineering, technical, or related area in driving efficiency and improvements in dairy products, processes, and ingredients is highly desired.
Desire to grow and take on new challenges and opportunities.
Demonstrated understanding of financial processes and systems.
Black Belt Certified is required.
A mastery of pertinent business knowledge with 12+ years of experience, a track record of driving Operational Excellence, and a willingness to grow in lean six sigma discipline will be considered as well in lieu of Black Belt certification.
Project Management trained/experience or willingness to acquire the basic skills/training within 1 year.
Ownership, self-started, self-led mindset, servant mindset.
A strong bias to action, leadership, and results.
Ability to travel 30% - 50%. Could be higher for short intervals of time depending on business needs.
Valid driver's license, auto insurance (at least state minimum- more might be required), acceptable driving record per Schreiber Foods discretion, and vehicle that will ensure applicant can meet the travel necessities of the position are required.
Authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.

Nice To Haves

Master Black Belt trained and/or certified (desired but optional).

Responsibilities

Develop SFI Culture - Train, coach, evaluate and reinforce Operational Excellence principles with partners and Team Members.
Lead efforts in improving cost and quality initiatives by utilizing structured approach such as Lean Six Sigma to drive results and impact Material Requirements.
Work with SFI and Suppliers’ teams in identifying and communicating material requirements and updating process controls to reflect best practices.
Be knowledgeable of various government regulations that must be complied with, i.e., OSHA, USDA, FDA, EPA, EEOC, OFCCP, etc.
Drive improvements in materials and process using structured methods, business knowledge, and the use of the appropriate tools.
Identify and drive process improvements and effectively train and mentor team members in the various aspects of operational excellence (green belt training, statistical management, business knowledge, etc.).
Establish processes/systems to monitor the performance of these improvements.
Management and hands-on involvement in materials, product, process and equipment deployment management at company/category/regional level in multiple locations across the Americas.
Be involved in the learning, understanding, and functioning of the daily operational challenges.
Understand the core functions of the business and the equipment utilized in the manufacturing space.
Work with the VP/Dir, Plant Manager, Team Leaders and Production Supervisors in identifying potential capital and non-capital improvements.
Assist with analysis and justification for these projects.
Responsible for deploying, owning, championing, and supporting manufacturing excellence initiatives within area of focus (product manufacturing, business process, organizational competency, etc.).

Benefits

Two retirement benefits.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) from day one.
8% 401(k) match into the ESOP.
An extra amount – about 8% of your earnings – toward your retirement every year (company contribution of around 16% in retirement savings annually).
Opportunity to earn incentive pay twice a year when company goals are met.
$10,000 relocation bonus PLUS a generous relocation package if relocating more than 50 miles for a U.S. Salaried position.
Up to $5,000 annually to help with the cost of childcare, including monthly contributions toward childcare expenses and independent babysitters.
Opportunity to earn a Wellness Incentive and receive an employer‑funded Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) to use on fitness, mental health, and other lifestyle expenses.
Development opportunities relevant to role, career goals and the company.
Tuition reimbursement for furthering education to grow in your role at Schreiber.
Access to medical, prescription drug, dental and vision benefits starting day one.
Onsite nurse and mental health counselor.
Partners Helping Partners program for partners needing extra help, including fundraisers organized by other partners.
Benefits that support your whole life (health, wellbeing, and financial future).