Process Improvement Manager

International Paper•Garden City, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The PIM 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. 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. Also, support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires. Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations. 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.

Requirements

3-5 years’ experience manufacturing experience; preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams.
Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies.
Understanding of OHSA/EPA regulations.
Process Management
Drive for Results
Building Effective Teams
Command Skills
Customer Focus
Managing through Systems
Problem Solving
Business Acumen

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process.
Lead facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems.
Facilitate the plant safety committee and initiatives.
Work with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems.
Emphasize 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.
Participate in Customer audits and communication.
Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.