Continuous Improvement Manager (CIM)

International Paper•Atglen, PA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Manager (CIM) is 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 through management of all quality systems, and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives. This role involves working with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing the use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives. The CIM will provide support by leading the plant safety team and supporting safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations, and safety orientation for new hires, requiring an understanding of OHSA/EPA regulations. Additional responsibilities include managing internal auditing processes, monitoring Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting, and actively participating in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication, maintaining knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.

Requirements

3-5 years experience manufacturing experience
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams
High level of engagement
Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies
Process Management
Drive for Results
Building Effective Teams
Command Skills
Customer Focus
Managing through Systems
Problem Solving
Business Acumen
Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred
preferably in a corrugated or converting environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process.
Leading the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems, and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives.
Work with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.
Provide support by leading the plant safety team.
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.