Continuous Improvement Specialist

Nature's Bakery-posted about 23 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Hazelwood, MO
501-1,000 employees
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As a Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist , you’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence across our bakery. You’ll lead loss elimination efforts, coach teams on problem-solving, and help shape how we continuously improve our processes and systems. You’ll partner closely with line leaders and operators to strengthen daily management systems, ensure data integrity, and support a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

  • Lead and facilitate loss elimination initiatives across your assigned Value Stream.
  • Support the development and execution of Daily Management Systems (DMS), including Centerline (CL), Clean-Inspect-Lubricate (CIL), Abnormality Handling (AH), 5S, and Changeover systems.
  • Analyze line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities.
  • Drive root cause problem-solving on chronic issues, using both basic and advanced tools.
  • Partner with production and technical teams to define process standards, establish control strategies, and enable teams to respond to out-of-control situations.
  • Facilitate team meetings and NBOS CP2 sessions; communicate clearly across shifts and functions.
  • Collaborate with line leaders to ensure all departmental metrics (safety, quality, efficiency) are achieved.
  • Train and coach associates to build technical mastery and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork through proactive engagement and accountability.
  • Strong mechanical/technical aptitude with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with data systems.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to connect with and motivate people at all levels of the organization.
  • Certified Trainer or demonstrated ability to effectively train and coach others.
  • Experience facilitating process improvement initiatives and using Focused Improvement tools.
  • Proven ability to provide constructive feedback and guide performance improvement.
  • BA Degree (ENG, Supply Chain, Business, or technical field) or Associate's Degree with at least 2 years' experience in a TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) manufacturing environment
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
  • 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay (11 days)
  • Paid short-term disability
  • Paid life insurance
  • Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
  • Wellness Benefits and Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
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