Continuous Improvement Manager

International Paper•Sealy, TX

13d•$101,000 - $134,600•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The CIM is also responsible for leading the facility efforts in quality and reliability through management of all quality and reliability systems and assists the plant safety committee and initiatives. Production supervisors report directly to the CIM and responsible for building relationships with operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives. Support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires. Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations. Manage internal auditing processes. Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting. Actively participate in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication. Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.

Requirements

2 - 4 years experience manufacturing experience; preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams
Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies
Builds Effective Teams
Business Insight
Drives Results
Courage
Customer Focus
Manages Complexity
Optimizes Work Processes
Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Establish an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process.
Lead facility efforts in quality and reliability through management of all quality and reliability systems.
Assist the plant safety committee and initiatives.
Build relationships with operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems.
Emphasize use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.
Support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires.
Manage internal auditing processes.
Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
Actively participate in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication.
Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.