Plant CI Manager Job at Ardagh Group (Bishopville)

Plant Manager

For our client, a company operating in the FMCG sector, we are looking for an ex...

Location

Poland

Salary:

Not provided

Devire

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience as Plant Manager / Factory Manager / Operations Manager in FMCG or food production
Strong leadership experience managing large production teams
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and food safety standards
Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing / CI tools
Strong business mindset with the ability to balance cost, quality, and service
Good communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
Fluent English

Job Responsibility

Full responsibility for day-to-day plant operations, including production, maintenance, logistics, and quality
Lead and develop multi-disciplinary teams (production, engineering, quality, planning)
Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and H&S standards (e.g. BRC, IFS, HACCP)
Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, OEE, waste reduction)
Own and optimize plant KPIs: safety, quality, cost, service level, and efficiency
Manage production budgets, cost control and productivity improvements
Collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Procurement, R&D and Commercial teams
Support capacity expansion, capex projects and process automation initiatives

What we offer

Senior leadership role with real operational impact
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Opportunity to work in a stable yet growth-oriented FMCG organization
Autonomy to shape operations and implement improvements
Long-term career development opportunities

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Plant CI Manager

The purpose of the Plant Continuous Improvement Manager role is to lead the depl...

Location

United States , Fremont

Salary:

Not provided

Ardagh Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and, or advanced mathematics from an accredited college or university
Certified in Six Sigma Black Belt
Project Management skills applying both Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Proficient in MS Office tools
Strong understanding of Production Systems
Process and data driven mindset, with strong ability to understand plant´s technologies & processes
Experience in working within a manufacturing environment for at least 5 years
Experience in deploying Lean/Six Sigma principles for minimum 3-5 years
Experience in facilitating training/coaching

Job Responsibility

Identify and support performance improvement opportunities—such as ODM reduction, spoilage control, cost optimization, and productivity gains—through the practical application of AMPS tools and methodologies
Work closely with plant leadership and regional CI teams to embed best practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals
Support Kaizen events, facilitate structured improvement activities, and enable cross-functional collaboration to drive sustainable, data-driven results
Act as a change agent within the plant, the role plays a central part in translating continuous improvement efforts into sustainable operational excellence and financial performance at the site.

Fulltime

Sr Manager, FSQA Corporate Sanitation

The Senior Sanitation Manager is responsible for identifying and managing sanita...

Location

United States

Salary:

Not provided

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum 7 – 10 years of experience in Food Manufacturing Sanitation with at least half of the experience being in a supervisory capacity is required
BS or higher degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Microbiology, Biology or other related science. Experience may be considered in the absence of a higher degree
TPM (Total Performance Management) /OEE based Food Manufacturing knowledge and experience preferred
Budget/Cost Control – general understanding of Sanitation budgeting and cost control functions, with ability to perform budgeting/cost control processes
Presentation Ability – ability to make clear, concise and convincing business presentations
Analytical – ability to independently perform, mentor and manage others in conducting complex technical analysis of sanitation data, and statistical process control (SPC)
Leadership – ability to act as team leader for special task assignments and manage suppliers through influence
Communication Skills – excellent verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing and presentation skills
Interpersonal Skills - must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage internal and external support through influence. An outgoing personality with the ability to work individually and in a team environment successfully
Organizational Skills – must have excellent organizational skills to prioritize multiple projects with various simultaneous deadlines. Must be detailed and accurate

Job Responsibility

Identifying and managing sanitation projects to ensure product quality and consistency, reduce food safety risk and eliminate waste at AFNA manufacturing sites
Developing and implementing performance based sanitation and continuous cleaning of equipment across AFNA enterprise
Providing leaders/operational teams with contemporaneous reporting safety and sanitation key indicators
Ensuring third party audit sanitation compliance and success at AFNA manufacturing sites
Collaborate with AFNA corporate departments and plant leadership to carry out sanitation based holistic loss analysis and reduction responsibilities in accordance with AFNA procedures and applicable regulatory laws
Integrate Sanitation improvement projects into Plant Master Plan (TPM) activities in accordance with ANFA Way
Troubleshoots environmental positive results and ensures corrective actions are implemented
Provides technical sanitation support and feedback to the plant sanitation departments
Dotted line to plant Sanitation Managers
Manage sanitation improvement projects in the areas of: Quality and Consistency - Match the specification

Fulltime

Senior Director of Continuous Improvement

The Senior Director of Continuous Improvement is responsible for developing and ...

Location

United States , Ontario, California

Salary:

225000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Food Science, or related field
10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, ideally in frozen food, packaged food, or high-volume consumer goods
5+ years of leadership experience in Continuous Improvement, Operations Excellence, or similar roles
Demonstrated expertise in TPM implementation, including leading multiple TPM pillars and deploying TPM at the site or multi-site level
Strong Lean and Six Sigma knowledge
Green Belt required, Black Belt preferred
Proven track record of improving throughput, reducing waste, and elevating equipment reliability in complex manufacturing environments
Expertise in change management and capability building across diverse teams
Proficiency with CI performance metrics, OEE, reliability systems, and digital manufacturing tools

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute a multi-year continuous improvement roadmap anchored in TPM pillars, Lean principles, and waste-reduction methodologies
Serve as the subject matter expert for TPM deployment across all manufacturing sites, ensuring standardized processes, capability building, and governance
Champion a culture of operational excellence, employee engagement, and proactive problem-solving
Influence executive leadership using data-driven recommendations to optimize plant performance and long-term capital planning
Lead the rollout of TPM pillars (Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Focused Improvement, Early Equipment Management, Training & Development, Safety & Environment, Quality Maintenance)
Drive kaizen events, value stream mapping, SMED, 5S, and root-cause analysis (RCA) activities
Work closely with Engineering and Maintenance to improve equipment reliability, maximize OEE, and reduce downtime in high-speed, cold-environment production lines
Improve process standardization, changeover optimization, and end-to-end process flow for frozen food production, packaging, and cold-chain operations
Develop and lead training programs for TPM, Lean, and problem-solving methodologies across all levels of the organization
Mentor corporate CI teams, factory CI leaders, and plant leadership, strengthening internal capabilities and succession pipelines

Fulltime

Industrial Engineer

The Industrial Engineer partners with plant management and frontline supervisors...

Location

United States , El Reno

Salary:

Not provided

Dexter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
1-3+ years in manufacturing (axle, chassis, suspension, automotive/trailer components preferred)
Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred)
Welding knowledge (manual/robotic, MIG, TIG, resistance)
Time studies, labor standards, and plant layout design
ERP/MES (Oracle, Plex, SAP) and data analytics
Collaborative, safety-first, hands-on problem solver who thrives in a manufacturing environment

Job Responsibility

Lead continuous improvement projects across assigned areas
Conduct value stream mapping, time studies, and process flow analysis to optimize throughput, takt time, and resource allocation
Design and implement ergonomic workstations and assembly lines to improve operator safety, efficiency, and quality
Develop and maintain labor standards, capacity models, and production forecasts to support planning and scheduling accuracy
Optimize material flow, internal logistics, and line-side delivery systems to reduce handling, downtime, and waste
Implement visual management systems (kanban, Andon, production boards) to improve shop floor communication and accountability
Lead root cause analysis and structured problem-solving (8D, A3, FMEA) to drive permanent solutions to production challenges
Partner with welding departments to advance robotic welding automation, weld sequence optimization, and fixture/tooling design
Support automation and technology integration (PLC-controlled systems, robotics, smart manufacturing, IoT-enabled equipment)
Apply statistical process control (SPC) and advanced data analytics to monitor quality and process performance

What we offer

Full benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD, FSA, HSA
3% profit sharing in our Safe Harbor program
401(k) Plan with company contributions
Opportunities for internal career development and growth

Fulltime

Factory Maintenance & Engineering Manager

Lead all maintenance and engineering operations within the factory to ensure unc...

Location

United States , Jacksonville

Salary:

130000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Year

Nestlé Purina

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Chemical, or Process
Minimum 5–7 years of experience in a technical field, preferably in a food manufacturing facility including maintenance responsibilities
Supervisory experience in previous assignment
In-depth knowledge of food processing plant and technology
Knowledge of maintenance technologies and operation of utilities
Knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements for food safety and hygienic engineering (OSH&R)
Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers
Knowledge of Nestlé Standard Costing, Asset and Maintenance Management (AMM), and CAPEX budgeting and preparation (CIAT)
Experience in Project Engineering/Management – Plant Design & Construction
Knowledge of Industrial Services and Energy Management (NEMT)

Job Responsibility

Define, propose and monitor the implementation of the Factory Engineering team’s plans and objectives
Propose and implement work processes, procedures and technical resources related to Factory Engineering
Lead and coordinate the Factory Engineering team and maintain competencies, motivation and performance
Propose and control the Factory Engineering budget as well as the factory's capital investment plans and related capital expenditures
Plan and manage all approved capital projects
Propose and monitor Factory Engineering in accordance with the key performance indicators
Demonstrate and promote the company's values within the Factory Engineering team
Contribute toward the Strategic and Tactical Leadership of the factory and division as a whole
Ensure an attitude of absolute intolerance for unsafe situations within the engineering team
Liaise daily with Production and Quality Assurance to resolve technical issues and ensure optimal operation

What we offer

performance-based incentives
competitive total rewards package
401k with company match
healthcare coverage
broad range of other benefits

Fulltime

Business Unit Leader Operations

The Business Unit Leader – Operations – Night Shift is responsible for the manag...

Location

United States , Franklin

Salary:

72600.00 - 104400.00 USD / Year

Campbell Soup Company

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years prior production management experience in a food manufacturing environment required
Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience required
High performance work systems experience highly desired
CI experience
Effective written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills including listening and managing skills required to work in and manage teams
Solid conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify and manage projects from concept to implementation and successfully drive project results

Job Responsibility

Manage, lead, and support multiple departments across the operation teams to include Packaging, Processing, Quality, Sanitation, Warehouse and Maintenance
Coordinates activities between departments
ensure established safety, quality, service, and cost initiatives are delivered and commitments are met
Reviews production schedules: monitors, evaluates, and optimizes production execution
establishes priorities and sequences as needed to achieve optimal results
Manages safe work practices throughout plant, observes safe work practices and communicates policies and practices with Business Unit Leaders/Department Managers, supervisors and team members
Interprets, develops, and coaches the team in company safety policies, procedures, and regulations
Oversees product in-production inspections and audits ensure adherence to Quality and Food Safety standards that meet regulatory and customer expectations
Reviews production and operating reports
resolves operational, manufacturing, quality and maintenance problems to minimize cost, operational delays and Consumer and Foreign Matter complaints

What we offer

Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners)
Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting
Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay
If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center
Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store
Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s
Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually
Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees
competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment

Fulltime

Plant Continuous Improvement Manager

The purpose of the Plant Continuous Improvement Manager role is to lead the depl...

Location

United States , Winston-Salem

Salary:

Not provided

Ardagh Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and, or advanced mathematics from an accredited college or university
Certified in Six Sigma Black Belt
Project Management skills applying both Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Proficient in MS Office tools
Strong understanding of Production Systems
Process and data driven mindset, with strong ability to understand plant´s technologies & processes
Experience in working within a manufacturing environment for at least 5 years
Experience in deploying Lean/Six Sigma principles for minimum 3-5 years
Experience in facilitating training/coaching

Job Responsibility

Identify and support performance improvement opportunities—such as ODM reduction, spoilage control, cost optimization, and productivity gains—through the practical application of AMPS tools and methodologies
Work closely with plant leadership and regional CI teams to embed best practices and ensure alignment with organizational goals
Support Kaizen events, facilitate structured improvement activities, and enable cross-functional collaboration to drive sustainable, data-driven results
Act as a change agent within the plant, the role plays a central part in translating continuous improvement efforts into sustainable operational excellence and financial performance at the site.

Fulltime

Plant CI Manager

Ardagh Group

Location:
United States , Bishopville

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Posted:
February 19, 2026

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