Manager, Continuous Improvement

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better. Responsible for analyzing material and information flows for the operations unit to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity, material consumption, other operation expenses, quality, safety and space utilization. Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000 Benefits: Paid time off 401k, with company match Company sponsored life insurance Medical, dental, vision plans Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans Employee Assistance Program Commuter benefits Employee Discounts Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles Job Summary:   Responsible for analyzing material and information flows for   the   operations unit to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity, material consumption, other operation expenses, quality, safety and space utilization.   Main Duties and Responsibilities:   Plans and guides Unit management in productivity, material, waste, safety, and quality improvement initiatives; analyzes material and information flows; analyzes opportunities in productivity, material consumption, other operation expenses, and space utilization; quantifies the effects of improved processes, work flows and fore mentioned opportunities   Supports and drives continuous process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles to maximize departmental efficiencies, minimize waste and improve safety   Responsible for   gateOPEX   standardization program rollout   Communicates with unit management and leadership tea m on implementation of changes   Secures relevance and availability of Production System road maps and blue prints   P erform s   diagnostics on major cost drivers, including material, labor, and OOC   Makes documented proposals for improvements and syndicate s   with   unit   management on implementation of changes; responsible for supporting management and associates   in the overall change process   Actively practices change management and actively participates in the Unit’s performance management system and dialogue; presents progress and plans to company executives; liaises with corporate and area Continuous Improvement resources   Proposes and keeps up with company Best Practices and benchmark initiatives   C oach es   other Continuous Improvement   staff   and lead s   training and presentation sessions   Trains and builds capability in all levels of the plant regarding Lean Manufacturing    W orks on all related training materials and work s   with other team members to identify improvements, additions, corrections or clarifications to the training material provided.    Works with Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques, such as 8 Waste ( muda ), Just in Time (takt-flow-pull), Value Stream Mapping, Kanban system, Problem Solving, FIFO and 5s and workplace organization including layout changes when necessary.    Participates on cross-fertilization with other sites/areas   Qualifications   Education:   Bachelor’s   Degree in Business Economics, Science, Industrial Engineering or a related field required.   Work Experience:     Minimum four (4) years’ experience in Lean Manufacturing or related experience as an Industrial Engineer.    Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering environment   preferred   Experience   with   leading projects and people across organizations, and maintaining mandatory standards to ensure the safety of products and processes and to improve product quality required   Experience   with   analyzing operations and its cost drivers, analyzing material and information flows, and analyzing productivity, material consumption, and operation expenses required.    Experience with Lean Manufacturing techniques, including “Just in Time” (takt-flow-pull), 5S and workplace organization as well as value stream mapping and Kanban system preferred.      Technical Skills:   (Certification, Licenses and Registration)   Must have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office products including Excel    Must be able to work autonom ic and have an analytical mind   Ability to work in a fast paced   and   deadline driven environment   Excellent time management skills required   Ability to handle multiple tasks without losing focus on priorities    Strong organizational, analytical and leadership skills required   Must be innovative in making changes to the operation as needed to further improve the work environment and unit performance   Ability to effectively work with diverse work groups and all levels of the Operation. Exposure to   AutoCad   a plus   6-Sigma or Le an Manufacturing Certification preferred.   ServSafe Certification preferred    Ability to obtain   ServSafe Certification required   Language / Communication Skills:   Excellent oral and written communication skills   Proficiency in Spanish preferred   Job Dimensions   Geographic Responsibility:   Operation Unit   Type of Employment:   Full-time   Travel %:   up to 50% of time   Exemption Classification:   Exempt   Internal Relationships:   all level of employees in the operation unit   External Relationships:   customers   Work Environment / Requirements of the Job:   Normal office environment   Budget / Revenue Responsibility:   (Local Currency)   N/A   Organization Structure   Direct Line Manager (Title):     BU Leader or GM or Director, OPEX   Dotted Line Manager   (Title, if applicable) :     N/A   Number of Direct Reports:   0   Number of Dotted Line Reports:   0   Estimated Total Size of Team:   1   gategroup Competencies   R equired to be   S uccessful in the   J ob:   Thinking –   Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills   Engaging –   Understanding others, Team Leadership