Continuous Improvement

Winland Foods•Grand Forks, ND

1d•$61,000 - $82,500•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports daily execution of Winland Excellence/MOS routines at the Grand Forks site. The Continuous Improvement employee works closely with operators and supervisors to identify gaps, solve problems at the source, and help teams build confidence using basic continuous improvement tools. The position is primarily on the production floor, supporting execution, coaching, and follow-through, and contributes to site productivity and cost savings goals. The primary work schedule is first shift, with the understanding that the facility operates 24/7. Occasional travel to business meetings and/or company locations may be required. The position is based at 1801 N 36th St, Grand Forks, ND. Salary is $61,000 to $82,500 annually, based on experience and other qualifications, with additional bonus potential if the position is bonus eligible.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, engineering, continuous improvement, or a similar environment.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
Normal hearing and vision, with correction if needed, including the ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.
Ability to wear required PPE and adhere to safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting techniques.
Ability to work in conditions that may include wet or humid environments, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations, depending on assigned area.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Working knowledge of basic problem solving, visual management, 5S, standard work, and data tracking.

Responsibilities

Support daily execution of MOS, standard work, and visual management routines.
Partner with operators and supervisors to solve problems at the source.
Assist with improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
Help teams use practical continuous improvement tools, including 5 Whys, PDCA, kaizen, 5S, and visual management.
Track key metrics, highlight performance gaps, and escalate barriers that slow execution.
Support CIL, centerline, defect handling, and standard work adherence at line level.
Spend the majority of time on the floor supporting execution, coaching, and follow-through.
Support teams in using PDCA, kaizen, and focused improvement events to deliver site productivity and cost savings goals.
Support clear ownership, due dates, and status updates for assigned CSI work.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and report food safety or quality issues immediately to management.