Plant CI Manager Job at Ardagh Group (Fremont)

Plant CI Manager

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

Location

United States , Bishopville

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 Specialist

The purpose of the Plant CI Specialist role is to support the deployment of the ...

Location

United States , Huron

Salary:

Not provided

Ardagh Group

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university
Certified in Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)
Project Management skills applying both Lean and Six Sigma
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 3 years
Experience in deploying Lean/Six Sigma principles for minimum 1 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
Coach teams, promote lean thinking, and embed a culture of sustainable improvement across the plant
Through the use of AMPS tools, data analysis, and structured problem-solving, ensure that improvement activities deliver measurable and lasting results
Enable operational excellence and drive performance improvements aligned with site and organizational objectives

Fulltime

Plant Manager

As the Plant Manager, you will development of site strategies to support the ove...

Location

United States , Brookings

Salary:

142000.00 - 218000.00 USD / Year

Therma-Tru

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS Degree in Engineering
Manufacturing or Industrial preferred
8 years’ experience in manufacturing leadership
Experience in Lean and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
Deep understanding of how to balance the focus on continuous improvement with safety, health, and environmental business requirements in a manufacturing environment
Ability to balance the strategic and hands-on requirements in manufacturing environments
Proven experience managing manufacturing operations of similar scale (300+ employees or equivalent complexity)
Strong knowledge of safety leadership, KPI management, and LEAN/continuous improvement methodologies

Job Responsibility

Lead and Develop Teams: Provide coaching to frontline leaders and staff
encourage engagement, communication, and collaboration
Champion Safety: Lead safety programs, enforce compliance, and cultivate a zero‑incident culture
Implement LEAN & CI: Promote LEAN manufacturing principles, identify improvement opportunities, and reduce waste
Drive KPI Achievement: Oversee plant performance across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity metrics
Support Positive Employee Relations: Partner closely with HR
maintain open communication, fairness, and a strong team culture
Build Strong Relationships: Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, senior leadership, suppliers, and community partners
Oversee Daily Operations: Ensure smooth and efficient production, resource planning, and equipment reliability

What we offer

robust health plans
a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution
product discounts
flexible time off benefits
adoption benefits
more
numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging
annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan

Fulltime

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

Lean Manufacturing Manager

In this role, you will lead the Continuous Improvement agenda across Henkel’s pr...

Location

Turkey , Ankara

Salary:

Not provided

Henkel

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
Minimum 10 years of experience in FMCG manufacturing environments, including at least 5 years of experience in Lean tools implementation and driving a Lean culture
Extensive knowledge of problem solving using structured methodologies such as A3 and Six Sigma
Strong manufacturing knowledge with deep understanding of shopfloor management
Advanced user of MS Office applications, expertise in Power BI is considered a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of management

Job Responsibility

Implements a Continuous Improvement strategy and manage Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and projects to ensure efficient production and high-quality products
Drive simplification and streamlining in plant processes utilizing Henkel Production Systems (HPS) standards and digital tools
Manages the HPS Team to ensure all operational requirements are met
Identify and deliver productivity and cost savings projects using problem solving and project management tools
Collaborate with the regional and global Lean teams to develop tools and methodologies
Delivers against production performance KPIs, budget and projects
Own and drive the Lean transformation agenda across both Turkey plants collaborating with all plant functions, as part of the Turkey Operations lead team
Develop a lean culture through designing, training, and coaching of lean tools and methodologies
Coach and develop Lean Engineers within the department
Acts as role model of continuous improvement culture and behaviors

What we offer

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
Diverse national and international growth opportunities
Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares

Fulltime

Continuous Improvement Manager

Drive measurable improvements that enhance performance and efficiency across the...

Location

United States , Milford

Salary:

Not provided

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

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

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

Fulltime

Fall Co-op Student Facilities Engineering

In the role of Facilities Engineer based out of Oshawa Assembly Plant, you will ...

Location

Canada , Oshawa

Salary:

4264.00 - 4784.00 CAD / Month

General Motors

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Pursuit of a Bachelor's (3rd or 4th year) in one of the following areas: Engineering(Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, Mechatronics, Controls)
Eligible to work full-time (40 hours per week) in Canada and for 8, or 12 month terms (consecutive semesters) starting September 2026
Willing to work in a plant environment and flexible working hours (shift work, weekends, and overtime to meet business needs)

Job Responsibility

Develop and sustain a proactive safety culture by engaging team members, contractors, and peers in safety processes and standards
Ensure safe and compliant operation of facilities and utility systems (e.g., HVAC, compressed air, steam, water, lighting, power distribution, building envelope) in accordance with GM standards and applicable regulations
Apply and effectively use the Global Manufacturing System (GMS) and Facilities/Utilities standards to drive stability and continuous improvement
Respond to Facilities/Production needs and requests for continuous improvement (CI) related to building systems, utilities, and workplace infrastructure
Plan and execute capital and expense projects: develop scopes, estimates, schedules, and risk assessments
prepare requisitions
coordinate contractors
and validate installation and performance
Participate in weekend and shutdown work planning to safely execute facilities projects, inspections, and preventive maintenance with minimal impact to production
Review and act on safety-significant events, safety messages, and audit findings, ensuring timely closure of corrective actions

Fulltime

Research and Development Value Creation Manager

Drive innovation, profitability, and operational excellence across a dynamic foo...

Location

United States , Salisbury

Salary:

Not provided

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Food Science, Meat Science, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
7+ years of related experience
Ability to see where technical adjustments can lead to significant financial gains
Proven track record of successful product scale-up and process development in a high-volume food manufacturing environment
Strong mastery of SPC, process capability assessments, and data-driven problem solving
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Deep understanding of meat science and the variables that impact yield and throughput
Strong communication skills to translate technical wins into business value for stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Lead the scale-up of new products with a specific focus on designed-in profitability
Establish test designs that validate both product quality and process efficiency
Identify and execute process improvement opportunities, new technologies, and cost-reduction initiatives to enhance the bottom line of Prepared & Harvest operations
Troubleshoot production hurdles that impact yield or efficiency
Collect and analyze data to implement sustainable solutions that prevent value leakage
Ensure plants adhere to optimized specifications and processes
Serve as the key resource for maintaining technical specs that balance manufacturing ease with product integrity
Coordinate with R&D, QA, Operations, and CI to resolve complex quality and manufacturing issues
Act as a technical liaison for capital projects to ensure new equipment supports value creation goals
Manage multiple product/process development projects from concept to plant floor

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