CI Manager

Makers Pride•Michigan City, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CI Manager drives sustainable process improvements and mindset change at the facility, delivering results in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale. The role works closely with plant leadership, CI Directors, and department employees and requires technical expertise, Lean Manufacturing knowledge, and hands-on leadership to drive cultural change. The CI Manager owns the plant’s improvement portfolio and savings targets, supports performance across the organization, and helps the Plant Manager build a Lean culture throughout the plant.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Business, or Operations.
At least 3 years of experience leading a Continuous Improvement department or function.
At least 5 years of experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Strong project management experience.
Extensive technical skills and hands-on experience in continuous improvement manufacturing activities.
Knowledge and experience with ERP systems; SAP is preferred.
Working knowledge of P&L and financial acumen to identify performance gains and opportunities, develop corrective plans, and track project effectiveness.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Accurate and detail-oriented, with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, top management, customers, public groups, and/or board of directors.
Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships with management and employees across levels and departments.
Ability to work well with others in stressful situations, meet deadlines, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Excel, and PP.
Ability to use and reach throughout the day; use hands, fingers, and arms; and stand, walk, climb, and/or balance.
Ability to see, hear, and talk.
Ability to work in light to moderate noise levels and across multiple shifts.

Nice To Haves

Production or operations leadership experience is highly encouraged.
Food or CPG experience is preferred.
At least 2 years of people leadership experience is preferred; influence without authority is needed.

Responsibilities

Oversee, develop, coach, and/or execute improvement action plans according to their size and complexity.
Own, drive, and facilitate Lean Six Sigma improvements within the facility.
Drive the plant’s Maker’s Pride Performance System by monitoring performance and providing feedback, guidance, and coaching to department leaders.
Teach continual improvement mindsets and techniques to employees in leadership roles.
Build an employee-engaged work environment.
Own the improvement portfolio and savings targets, and support peers and colleagues in driving performance across the organization.
Analyze complex ERP and plant performance data and turn opportunities into action.
Support the Plant Manager in building a Lean culture throughout the plant.
Manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
Teach, coach, and mentor team members in improvement mindsets, practices, and methodologies.
Leverage resources and share best practices across multiple plants when possible.
Define problems, collect and calculate data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Drive change and sustain improvements.