Continuous Improvement Manager Job at Perdue Farms (Milford)

Job Description

Drive measurable improvements that enhance performance and efficiency across the facility. As a Continuous Improvement Manager I, you will lead the implementation of the Continuous Improvement Model, empowering teams to identify opportunities, solve problems, and implement sustainable process enhancements. You will partner across functions to streamline operations, improve performance, and build a culture of continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a results driven professional who thrives on collaboration, enjoys developing teams, and is passionate about driving meaningful, lasting change.

Job Responsibility

Be a business partner with operations & functional management, to identify opportunities, utilizing systematic problem solving (including Root Cause Analysis, Kaizens, Loss Analysis and DMAIC methodology) to eradicate losses while focusing on People-Process-Data to obtain measurable and sustainable results
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma techniques and CI tools to lead the organization in data-based decision making and driving actions to generate measurable improvement driving behavioral change across site through CI tools, methodology and coaching
Manage Site Improvement Projects through project plan development, results tracking and leading and coaching site leaders through project execution process
Co-deliver effective Continuous Improvement training courses (LEAN Training, Belt training, etc.) and programs to help increase team capability and awareness of the Continuous Improvement tools. The training should be tailored to meet organizational needs and priorities
Implement, support and coach site Manufacturing Operating System (MOS), including Tier meetings, KPI development and tracking and standard work
Develop and implement a plant communication plan for process improvement efforts
Serve as subject matter expert for CI Methodology, CI Tools and the implementation of Daily Process controls to drive operational improvements
Actively participate in benchmarking and CI Network connections to identify, translate and promote best practices that can be applied in the plant
Support achievement of site conversion cost targets and identify cost reduction opportunities
Timely communication, tracking and reporting on project progress, results, and deviations from the project plan with key stakeholders
Organize regular meetings with key stakeholders to share project status updates, define next steps in order to raise the performance bar, review plans to deliver sustainable SQDCSM improvements
Promote the transformation from a reactive organizational culture to one that is more preventative and predictable, utilizing data driven decision-making, sustainable actions, and Continuous Improvement tools
Develop and participate in Rewards and Recognition programs to promote the use of Continuous improvement and recognizing team successes
Ensure deliverables support the 4-Ps. People (Safety, Retention, Increased Engagement and Empowerment), Products (consistency in products, quality of products, reliability of service), Profitability (support the attainment of key initiatives and improved competitive results), Planet (support the green initiatives)
Gain a solid understanding of the Company’s key initiatives, competitive priorities, accountabilities and ensures linkage of continuous improvement efforts with these goals

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, and Business Management
1-3 years related experience
Knowledge of LEAN principles, Six Sigma, TQM, SPC, PIP and QIP
Combination of business, interpersonal, technical, and analytical skills
Self-starter mentality and motivated by challenge
Strong sense of teamwork with high level of individual contribution
Ability to learn new concepts, combine with common sense, and effectively apply to problem solving
Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills
Ability to communicate and work with teams at all organizational levels from Senior management to shop floor
Willingness to promote and drive change
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel
Ability to support all Shift (1st, 2nd, & 3rd) on Continuous Improvement initiatives

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