Continuous Improvement Manager

JM Huber Corporation•Bauxite, AR

26d

About The Position

Lead the deployment, implementation and management of multi-site Operational Excellence improvement plans. This includes defining the appropriate metrics, expectations, programs, procedures and management systems to drive improved productivity in operations.

Requirements

B.S. Degree in Engineering, Science or other technical discipline. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
10-15 years of industry experience preferably in Operations, Manufacturing or Process Improvements.
Strong leadership, communication, facilitation and project management skills.
Fluent in English, German is a plus
Must be a very capable leader and an effective change agent in all levels and functions of the local organization.
Self-motivated, data driven, scientific problem solver and the ability to make independent and informed decisions
Working knowledge of continuous improvement and Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies (PDCA, DMAIC, Lean Manufacturing).
Extensive knowledge of various productivity metrics/processes
Plant capacity and throughput
Product yield and quality
Improvement of cost structure
Energy systems
Workforce optimization
Manufacturing process technologies applied on site

Nice To Haves

Past experience as Process or Production Engineer is a plus
Six Sigma Black Belt certification is a plus.
Black Belt training and certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Work across multiple sites including, Operations Departments, Department Managers, Operators, Maintenance Managers, and other leaders to deploy OPEX Strategy. This includes prioritization, mentorship, execution and project management.
The Continuous Improvement Manager is fully accountable for delivering improvements in productivity, quality, cost performance, delivery and capacity.
Strong use of Lean and Six Sigma tools and methodologies. Aligns productivity efforts with and support company wide and OPEX Strategy
Support Huber efforts to meet or exceed our EHS&S, Quality, Delivery and Cost performance expectations.
Accountable and responsible in meeting the site’s short and long term objectives and annual targets while ensuring consistent alignment with Business/Operational needs.
Work with multi-site production departments to develop, implement and lead the site productivity improvement plans and OPEX Strategy. This includes coaching, hands-on deployment and training to build bench strength and promote engagement.
Ensure that the appropriate key metrics are in place at all sites.
Mentor and enable multi-site resources at a tactical and strategic level in adherence to OPEX Strategy to drive productivity and culture change
Serve as an enabler in using Lean Six Sigma tools and Problem Solving methodologies are used as part of daily operations.
Integrate new technology into the multi-site productivity improvement plans (including process control and automation). Work with engineering and capital coordinators to develop capital investments that provide improvements to site productivity.
Standardize multi-site operational processes and performance to eliminate / reduce waste, variability and errors.
Work closely with multi-site manager and local dealership on strategy deployment, change management and capacity management.
Support and participate in various productivity and improvement efforts with the network of Huber plants.