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    Continuous Improvement Manager - Tacoma, United States - Stella-Jones

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    Stella-Jones is North America's leading producer of industrial pressure-treated wood products. Responding to the vital infrastructure needs of our economy, we manufacture and distribute railway ties, utility poles, residential lumber and industrial wood products across the continent. Stella-Jones recruits team members who embody our core values and desire an environment where growth is inspired, dedication is recognized, and achievement is rewarded. Our ever-expanding footprint provides a great prospect for career advancement as we seek to develop our emerging leaders. As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in enhancing organizational performance, specifically keeping Safety and Quality at the forefront. Your mission: To analyze, optimize, and elevate people and processes, ensuring Western Operations is consistently improving how we deliver a better product more safely and more efficiently. You are a driving force for positive change, excellence, and innovation. Your role is essential in shaping a future where every individual, Team and process aligns with our highest standards, helping Western Operations lead the way. Principal Responsibilities:

    Process Analysis: Delve into company processes and procedures. Uncover their strengths, weaknesses, and untapped potential. Your analysis will not only identify areas for improvement but will also identify and build on what's working exceptionally well.

    Strategic Enhancement: Streamline, optimize and standardize workflow processes, setting new benchmarks for efficiency and effectiveness.

    Issue Investigation: Be the detective who uncovers more than just issues and bottlenecks. Your investigations will lead to new opportunities for growth and innovation in our business processes.

    Performance Standards: Raise the bar by working with teams of experts to set forward-thinking standards and KPIs. In doing so, you will not only track progress but also inspire and empower managers and teams to achieve and exceed these benchmarks.

    Staff Monitoring: Inspire the best in human performance and process excellence. Your role involves recognizing potential, encouraging growth, and nurturing a culture where improvement is continuously sought and celebrated.

    Collaboration: Work harmoniously with other stakeholders. Your collaborative approach will be instrumental in driving productivity, enhancing staff engagement, and embedding a spirit of relentless improvement across the organization.

    Effective Communication: Your insights and vision are invaluable. Share them openly, fostering a culture of continuous dialogue and feedback, where every voice contributes to our collective progress.

    Team Leadership: Lead by example, forming dynamic teams for targeted problem-solving and innovation. Your mentorship and leadership will empower team members to embrace and champion new processes, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and continuous learning.

    Stay Current: Your role is to be a visionary, constantly bringing in fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to keep us ahead of the curve.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Education and/or Experience:

    A bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience in business administration, project management, or operations.

    OR

    5+ years of experience in business strategy, project management, operations, or process optimization.

    3 years of industry experience or ability to learn quickly.

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    ``` - Certification or proficiency with at least one of the following (preferred): Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Change Management, Project Management or Continuous Improvement

    Qualifications:

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