Continuous Improvement Manager - Madison, United States - Amcor plc

Description

We are global, we are impacting the lives of millions every day, we are making a difference At Amcor we are inspired to change the packaging industry and are taking on the aspirational challenge to make all our products recyclable or reusable by 2025.

Through our products and global footprint, we are in a unique position to truly make a difference in the packaging space.

Our products impact the lives of millions of people across the globe every day from food, beverage, pharmaceutical, medical, home- and personal-care, and other essential products.

Amcor is a thriving S&P 500 organisation listed both on the NYSE (AMCR) and ASX (AMC) with US$13 billion in sales.

We have a proud history dating back to the 1860's and come a long way from a single paper mill based in Melbourne to becoming the global leading packaging company.

Today, Amcor is an international organisation empowering its 50,000 employees in over 40 countries and across 250 sites.

Will you be next to join our journey towards a more sustainable future? At Amcor we are always looking for talented and passionate individuals who are motivated to make a difference.

Working at Amcor means you will have a unique opportunity to be a part of an organisation that is committed to providing sustainable packaging solutions.

To find out more about our commitment to sustainability and about Amcor, visit Job DescriptionThis position is responsible for deploying, implementing and leading Continuous Improvement initiatives and facilitating Daily Lean Management methodologies for the plant.

The incumbent is a member of the plant leadership team and will be assigned additional responsibilities in other functional areas as required to deliver the plant's annual operating plan.

WHAT YOU GET TO DOFacilitate deployment and integrate Daily Lean Management into the culture of the plantIdentify the highest value cost savings projects and coordinate the various project teams assigned to ensure proper resourcing to drive completion of projectsDe recognized as a leader and problem solver in the plant by providing leadership and expertise that will solve problems and improve performanceMotivate, coach, and instil good leadership skills in engineers, supervisors, and hourly co-workers.

Establish a strong presence on the floor to set and communicate expectations, standards, and evaluate results clearlyInitiate and lead co-worker training to further instil the continuous improvement skill set in the organization.

Develop new processes and programs as needed to address gapsLead major projects as necessary to improve plant resultsBe able to extract useful data from a variety of systems to use as tool to identify improvement opportunitiesCoordinate the work necessary to improve our overall continuous improvement results as measured by regularly scheduled auditsAssist in generating reporting tools and progress reporting for the plantDevelop and utilize communication process to present the status and implementation of plant improvement projectsLead project selection process and drive policy deployment so that all co-workers have a clear understanding of goals and objectives for a successful yearDrive change and overcome obstaclesDemonstrate and foster Amcor Core Values and actively contribute to a high-performance cultureDemonstrate ability to absorb new technologies and management techniquesUtilize an approachable and participative style of motivating co-workers to achieve higher standards and performance levelsCritical to onboarding new equipment and new business while meeting timelinesLead training initiatives for Madison's expansion projectDevelop and maintain a progressive skills programMaintain and improve cross-training and Train-the

• Trainer programsCreate and maintain a skills development program for the shop floor leadership teamDevelopment of SOP's by partnering with senior operatorsWHAT WE VALUEResults Orientation / Delivers on Plan
• HighestTeam Leadership
• HighDevelops Organizational Capability
• MediumDrives High Performance Culture
• HighCustomer Focus
• HighFacility Business Acumen/Market Knowledge
• MediumContinuous Improvement Mindset
• HighCollaboration and Best Practice Leadership
• MediumWHAT WE WANT FROM YOUBachelors Degree is required.

Prefer a major in a technical background such as engineering or industrial technology.5 years of operations management experience is preferredIntermediate to advanced computer skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, SAPOur ExpectationsWe expect our people to be guided by The Amcor Way and demonstrate our Values every day to enable the business to win.


We are winning when:

Our people are engaged and developing as part of a high-performing Amcor teamOur customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovationOur investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returnsThe environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and productsEqual Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans/Sexual Orientation/Gender IdentityAmcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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