Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Overview

Enhance Manufacturing Sites through implementation of process improvements including technical and work process advancements following Lean/TPM principles and utilization of appropriate continuous improvement tools. This includes development and documentation of technical and operational processes. Design, creating and implementation of centerlines, process improvements, process standards, standard work that deliver reduction in process variation, safety/quality/cost/delivery improvements and overall manufacturing enhancements. This role will be part of the global continuous improvement organization and indirectly report to the Global Continuous Improvement Director.

• Develop and maintain updated process flow of the plants’ operational critical processes.
• Support the roll out of the Guenther Productivity System (GPS) and lead execution of GPS playbooks for the pillars.
• Work with supervisors, managers, and operators to identify and document work processes for machine operators, maintenance, safety, and quality.
• Develop and maintain standard work to ensure consistency across shifts, including detailed training and process documents for use in training and production operations.
• Design and develop future production capacities by participating in design meetings, coordinating with R & D on product changes and improvements, and updating SOPs to incorporate the changes.
• Lead MUV and process improvement Kaizen events to eliminate food and process waste, increase line efficiencies, and improve site sustainability.
• Lead the Operational Excellence Improvement teams through digital technology and serve as plant champion for all continuous improvement events.
• Champion site productivity roadmap projects and fuel growth to reduce cost of goods sold (COGS).
• Lead automation projects to reduce overall cost to serve.
• Lead vertical startup for new manufacturing equipment/line installations.
• Maintain flexibility to work non‑standard hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Education/Certifications and

Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Process, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering or Food Science preferred or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in food manufacturing or high‑speed manufacturing.

• Continuous improvement tools and process statistical process analysis.
• Equipment design, mechanical, electrical, and process development.
• PLC controls experience is an asset.
• Proficient use of Computer, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, One Note), SAP/ERP, Redzone and other related applications or software.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Project Management skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to work under time constraints and deadlines.
• Hands‑on work ethic.

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Typical work in an office and manufacturing facility environment. Work involves daily and frequent exposure to unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, odors, darkness and/or poor lighting, noise, and vibration. Seasonal exposure to weather elements to include, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, wetness, and humidity. Work environment involves daily exposure to physical risks and hazards, such as working around mechanical equipment, mechanical hazards, forklifts, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, fire and explosives hazards, communicable diseases.

Position requires the ability to stand; walking around office, warehouse, and plant; lifting and carrying packages up to 50 pounds; utilizing fine dexterity; and reaching, kneeling, crawling, and twisting on a daily basis.

Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values. The role will execute the top global CI priorities and strategy from CHG SC and execute plant priorities and strategies to deliver site Gross Productivity, Asset/ Process Improvement and Critical to Quality CI. Collaboration Goals and Expectations will be set annually by the Site Operations Director and Global CID.

$89,026.00 - $ (Actual compensation may vary based on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location.)

• Health and disability insurance
• Retirement savings options
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance programs
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Company‑paid holidays

C.H. Guenther & Son and its subsidiaries are E‑Verify participating employers.

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