Plant Continuous Improvement Manager

Niagara Bottling - Temple, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Temple, TX

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Plant Continuous Improvement Manager at Niagara Bottling is responsible for managing the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies within a manufacturing plant. This role focuses on evaluating existing processes to identify opportunities for quality and efficiency improvements, as well as cost-saving measures. The manager will collaborate with plant leadership and corporate teams to establish priorities and lead initiatives that enhance operational performance and contribute financially to the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage the development and implementation of continuous improvement strategies in the manufacturing plant.
• Evaluate existing processes to identify opportunities for quality or efficiency improvement and cost-savings measures.
• Build working relationships with the plant leadership team and corporate Lean Six Sigma team.
• Lead lean six sigma teams on projects that deliver process improvements and financial contributions.
• Foster plant-learning and establish continuous improvement competencies within work teams.
• Act as a member of the plant management team, supporting senior department managers.
• Coordinate training, education programs, and mentoring relationships for team members.
• Utilize data-driven problem-solving tools to improve process capability and optimize performance.
• Implement visual controls to ensure lasting results.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in a similar position.
• Minimum 4 years of experience managing people/projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to influence without positional authority.
• Experience in leading teams and motivating them to achieve goals.

Nice-to-haves

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience in a similar position.
• 6 years of experience managing people/projects.
• Progressive experience in manufacturing roles leading others.
• Prior experience in filling, food packaging, or high-speed consumer products manufacturing.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Health insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities