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    Manufacturing Excellence Specialist - Fort Smith, United States - Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

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    As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestl Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

    This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Factory Manufacturing Excellence (ME) Specialist actively supports the implementation of the Local Leadership Team (LLT) improvement strategy. The role acts as the center of expertise for Industrial Performance. This role is a member of the Local Leadership Team.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Supports definition, alignment, and implementation of the Local Leadership Team Execution Plan:
    • Co-develop Local Leadership improvement strategy that considers:
    • Factory OMP
    • Loss Analysis / External Benchmarks
    • 3 years planned progression of KPI's, People and workplace transformation (Factory Vision).
    • Gain alignment from the LLT / Key Stakeholders around the Execution Plan and supports cascade across the Business Unit (Production Department communication strategy).
    • Partner with Local Leadership Team to define their Execution Plans to deliver the expected results that include:
    - NCE rollout plans

    - Other factory key enablers (Digital, CAPEX,etc)

    - Key improvement projects

    - Key competency building activities

    - External support requirements

    Support the execution of the improvement plan by:

    - Ensures proper governance / routines at LLT levels to track execution progression and improvement sustainability

    - Spend time on shop floor to evaluate maturity progression and identify key opportunities.

    - Provide guidance and feedback to FLT/LLT and align on corrective actions to adjust execution plans

    SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

    Requires ability to work independently toward general results. Must originate, plan, adapt, invent, and contrive to accomplish tasks. Manager will coach rather than direct associate in solution of problems.

    REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
    • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering required or 5 years of similar practical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
    • Employee must support and comply with all Company programs and policies including, but not limited to: affirmative action goals and commitments, SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) strategies, corporate citizenship initiatives, NCE (Nestle Continuous Excellence), TPM (Total Performance Management), GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Safety Policies to ensure employee safety and product quality. Employee must meet all requirements related to NQMS (Nestle Quality Management System) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards for Quality, Food Safety, Environmental Compliance and Occupational Health and Safety.
    EXPERIENCE:
    • 2-4 years of experience in Manufacturing.
    • 2-4 years working with Factory Management & Leadership team, with success in supporting & developing cross-functional teams.
    • 2-4 years with an active role on the implementation of Goal Alignment/TPM/Lean.
    • Understanding of cultural change management, process improvement and business connections.
    • Experience working with Line labor standards, Budget preparation/review, and line capability/speed studies.
    • 2-4 years working & developing improvement projects, loss analysis, & strong experience in leading /applying problem solving tools.
    SKILLS:
    • Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (TPM, etc.)
    • Problem Solving capabilities.
    • Strong analytical skills
    • Basic understanding of Change Management
    • Competence on Continuous Improvement Guide (CIG)
    • Yellow and/or green belt certifications a plus
    • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
    • Project Management competence
    • Understanding of Basic Finance & Value Creation
    • Knowledge of key data systems (SAP, DMO, Power BI, etc.)
    • Communication, computer literate
    It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

    To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

    The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

    *Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

    Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at

    As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestl Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

    This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Factory Manufacturing Excellence (ME) Specialist actively supports the implementation of the Local Leadership Team (LLT) improvement strategy. The role acts as the center of expertise for Industrial Performance. This role is a member of the Local Leadership Team.

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Supports definition, alignment, and implementation of the Local Leadership Team Execution Plan:
    • Co-develop Local Leadership improvement strategy that considers:
    • Factory OMP
    • Loss Analysis / External Benchmarks
    • 3 years planned progression of KPI's, People and workplace transformation (Factory Vision).
    • Gain alignment from the LLT / Key Stakeholders around the Execution Plan and supports cascade across the Business Unit (Production Department communication strategy).
    • Partner with Local Leadership Team to define their Execution Plans to deliver the expected results that include:
    - NCE rollout plans

    - Other factory key enablers (Digital, CAPEX,etc)

    - Key improvement projects

    - Key competency building activities

    - External support requirements

    Support the execution of the improvement plan by:

    - Ensures proper governance / routines at LLT levels to track execution progression and improvement sustainability

    - Spend time on shop floor to evaluate maturity progression and identify key opportunities.

    - Provide guidance and feedback to FLT/LLT and align on corrective actions to adjust execution plans

    SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

    Requires ability to work independently toward general results. Must originate, plan, adapt, invent, and contrive to accomplish tasks. Manager will coach rather than direct associate in solution of problems.

    REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
    • Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering required or 5 years of similar practical experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
    • Employee must support and comply with all Company programs and policies including, but not limited to: affirmative action goals and commitments, SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) strategies, corporate citizenship initiatives, NCE (Nestle Continuous Excellence), TPM (Total Performance Management), GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices) and Safety Policies to ensure employee safety and product quality. Employee must meet all requirements related to NQMS (Nestle Quality Management System) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards for Quality, Food Safety, Environmental Compliance and Occupational Health and Safety.
    EXPERIENCE:
    • 2-4 years of experience in Manufacturing.
    • 2-4 years working with Factory Management & Leadership team, with success in supporting & developing cross-functional teams.
    • 2-4 years with an active role on the implementation of Goal Alignment/TPM/Lean.
    • Understanding of cultural change management, process improvement and business connections.
    • Experience working with Line labor standards, Budget preparation/review, and line capability/speed studies.
    • 2-4 years working & developing improvement projects, loss analysis, & strong experience in leading /applying problem solving tools.
    SKILLS:
    • Working knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (TPM, etc.)
    • Problem Solving capabilities.
    • Strong analytical skills
    • Basic understanding of Change Management
    • Competence on Continuous Improvement Guide (CIG)
    • Yellow and/or green belt certifications a plus
    • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes
    • Project Management competence
    • Understanding of Basic Finance & Value Creation
    • Knowledge of key data systems (SAP, DMO, Power BI, etc.)
    • Communication, computer literate
    It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

    To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestl. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

    The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:

    *Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programs

    Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at


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