- Everett, WASalary Range$120, $140,000.
- We create and produce the best tasting, safest, all natural recipes that strive for perfection in every batch, from bench to kettleHonor Each Other
- We seek to develop trusting, respectful and mutually rewarding relationships with all our team members and business partnersHonor Development
- We recognize and nurture each other's talents, strengths and interests in order to further strengthen and grow our team Honor Innovation
- We continually strive for creative and sustainable ways to achieve excellenceAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACTKettle Cuisine complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.
Continuous Improvement Manager - Everett, United States - FRESH FOODS OF WASHINGTON
Description
Job DetailsJob LocationKettle CuisineCritical to success is identification of opportunities for improvement through phsycial observation, process expertise, collaboration, data mining, and statistical analysis.
This role will lead cross-funtional teams to formulate, execute, and validate improvement plans. A key output is development , monitoring, and analysis of Operations KPI's, and using this to drive action.Responsibilities Follow and enforce safe working practices at all timesIdentify, present, resource and execute projects that fall into one or many of the following categories:
Cost reduction (Material yield, labor effectiveness, and other cost reduction)Capacity generationEfficiency and asset utilization maximizationSafety and Quality ImprovementTrack capabilities of the facility, monitor utilization of assets, present solutions for increasing total outputAssist with CapEx Projects by identifying opportunities requiring investment with a strategic or financial impact and assist with ROI calculation.
Drive yield improvement.Identify areas of waste generation:
propose and implement solutions to reduce the 8-wastes (defects, excess processing, overproduction, waiting, inventory, transportation, motion, non-utilized talent)
Implement Lean, Six-Sigma, and TPM methodologies to achieve business objectivesInteract at all levels of the business to cultivate and nurture a culture of Continuous ImprovementWork with plant teams to develop and ensure adherence to standard practicesLead and facilitate Kaizen events:
formulate and implement improvement plans extracted from key learningsBecome familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of all 4 Kettle Cuisine sites, drive operational synergies Drive improvement to Operations KPI'sExecute ad hoc projects as assigned
Required Skills:
Minimum education required: B.S. degree in Organizational Development, Process Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:
5 or more years of direct experience successfully leading and implementing process improvement initiatives utilizing the following concepts and techniques:Lean manufacturing principlesSix Sigma toolsVisual factory/5S programsCertification as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt preferredExperience driving operational excellence and improving processesStrong facilitation skills, with experience in training development and deploymentAbility to recruit, lead and work with resources from cross-functional teams to meet objectivesRequires five plus years of food manufacturing or CPG experienceMust be proficient with MS Office Suite.
Self-starter able to conceptualize and drive initiative forwardPositive attitude and motivated by contributing to the overall success of the teamWilling to address difficult situations head on with patience and respect
DESIRED SKILLS:
Bi-lingual (Spanish and English) Statistical AnalysisProject ManagementLEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITYWorks with little supervision, but work is reviewed. Exercises discretion within area of responsibility.
Recommends actions and alternatives to supervisor and others.
Position is directly responsible for generating revenue through cost savings and process optimizationDecisions or actions may have a moderate impact on other departments and/or external relationships of the organization.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESPosition is responsible for supervising or influencing the actions of others.WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a CI Manager encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands/EffortsWork requires occasional physical exertion including some lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.Mental & Visual DemandsWork performed by this position requires considerable mental concentration to effectively execute complex tasks.
Work requires continuous visual effort for extended periods of time.
Work Environment and HazardsEmployee works in a manufacturing setting with frequent exposure to heat/cold, dust, or other factors that may require protective equipment and still pose a hazard.
This position has regular exposure to hazards that could result in injury and loss of time at work.Flexibility to work weekends as required Travel may be required for this position, to other Kettle Cuisine facilities, vendors, and other travel as neededSalary Range:
$120, ,000 USD AnnuallyCORE VALUESKettle Cuisine takes the utmost pride in its people, products and reputation. Each employee is expected to understand and live our Core Values every day.
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QualificationsQualifications and Education RequirementsBS EngineeringPreferred SkillsExcellent analytical and math skillsStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to persuade others to change existing practicesStrong attention to detailProven ability to identify, assess and solve problemsProficient with computer and information technologyKnowledge of process engineering software systems