Continuous Improvement Manager

Samuel, Son & Co • Marinette, WI

5d

About The Position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS / RESPONSIBILITIES: Continuous Improvement Program- drive the implementation of a new CI structure and processes across all three facilities requiring a leader to drive for the desired results, in addition, A coordinated effort between the three facilities will yield cost containment, quality improvements and OEE improvements throughout. Design and Implement process controls at each facility- each facility requires more defined process control programs, with support of the President, it will be necessary to work with each Plant Manager to improve set ups, change overs, etc. Development of training programs for operators and crew leads- the vison is to have a more uniform training program for all line operators and crew leads as well as supervisors. These training tools would be like the Safety modules. CAPEX Projects- takes a leadership role in the implementation of major projects at each facility, including the following: New line strategy and implementation Manufacturing Upgrades Manufacturing Automation All future major capex investments Lead Energy Projects EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE: Computers Microsoft Office Programs ROLE REQUIREMENTS: BS degree in Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred. 6 to 7 years project management experience required. Manufacturing or industrial experience required. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with the ability to create excel spreadsheets required. Ability to develop performance standards/measurement tools and promote a team environment. Good verbal and written communication skills required. High level of professionalism required in order to interact courteously others in a team environment. Six Sigma Greenbelt preferred. Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel on occasion, grasp with hand/fingers. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. There will be some contact with liquid paint, solvents, greases and oils. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Standard Physical Requirements) The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully preform the essential functions of this job.

Requirements

• 6 to 7 years project management experience required.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience required.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with the ability to create excel spreadsheets required.
• Ability to develop performance standards/measurement tools and promote a team environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills required.
• High level of professionalism required in order to interact courteously others in a team environment.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, kneel on occasion, grasp with hand/fingers.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• There will be some contact with liquid paint, solvents, greases and oils.

Nice To Haves

• BS degree in Chemical, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• Six Sigma Greenbelt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Continuous Improvement Program- drive the implementation of a new CI structure and processes across all three facilities requiring a leader to drive for the desired results
• A coordinated effort between the three facilities will yield cost containment, quality improvements and OEE improvements throughout.
• Design and Implement process controls at each facility- each facility requires more defined process control programs
• Work with each Plant Manager to improve set ups, change overs, etc.
• Development of training programs for operators and crew leads- the vison is to have a more uniform training program for all line operators and crew leads as well as supervisors.
• Takes a leadership role in the implementation of major projects at each facility, including the following: New line strategy and implementation Manufacturing Upgrades Manufacturing Automation All future major capex investments Lead Energy Projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees