Manager, Continuous Improvement

Are you looking to be part of a company where you can combine your continuous improvement, systems knowledge and training expertise with your desire to work at a purpose-driven, community-oriented organization. We believe every single bottle of Torani carries two promises: amazing flavor for customers to create creative beverages and our dedication to help all the people, partners, and communities we touch to thrive.

We can’t wait to find the right process leader to help us improve and deliver on these promises!

As Manager of Continuous Improvement, you are responsible for leading continuous improvement programs, WMS administration and systems training. You champion a culture of continuous improvement through lean methodologies, creative thinking, and respect for others. Your extensive knowledge of end-to-end business processes and strong emphasis on data collection, analytics and cost savings help you make an impact. You inspire, guide, and facilitate a continuous learning culture in our Supply Chain and by doing so, you have a positive impact on our teams’ capabilities to grow baby grow.

Do you have what it takes to help us infuse flavor across the world, one improvement project at a time? If so, we’d love to talk to you!

• Make It Better:
  Your commitment to continuous improvement has been central to the success of our Supply Chain as we’ve experienced hyper-growth while establishing ourselves in a new building with new tools to get the work done. You’ve identified new opportunities to optimize processes and leveraged root cause analysis. These findings are turned into action aimed at eliminating waste and improving product and process flow and done using change management best practices.
  
  Your influence inspires front line team members and business owners alike to embrace a continuous improvement mindset. Your collaboration with different parts of the business sets the stage for a culture of ongoing operational excellence.
• People/Team Developer:
  You embody a “people-first” approach and drive team engagement by fostering open communication, recognizing achievements, and creating an environment where every team member feels valued. You set clear standards of excellence, measure performance, and engage in honest, supportive conversations to address gaps. By fostering an environment where learning and self-improvement are embedded in the team’s culture, team members are empowered to take ownership of their personal growth and contribute to the overall success of the operation.
  
  Your ability to foster a fun and engaging work environment remains a cornerstone of your approach. Team members are thriving in an atmosphere where continuous improvement, value-added work and customer experience are not only prioritized but deeply ingrained in what they do.
• Training Ownership:
  You continue shaping the future of our teams by designing and expanding the training curriculum to align with the evolving needs of the Supply Chain. Your philosophy around training methods is reflected in the Systems Trainer approach which result in enhanced team engagement and performance, optimized operational efficiency, and adoption of continuous improvement. By partnering closely with leaders at all levels, you’ve helped to build ways to identify skill gaps, helped in developing targeted programs, and supported operators in utilizing Lean methodologies, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.
  
  Through your efforts, team members feel confident that they are contributing to measurable improvements in quality, safety, and throughput.
• Maestro of Projects:
  No project is too big or small for you to get excited about. The training programs you’ve facilitated for various CI Kaizen events…