Process Improvement Leader (PIL)

Sealed Air; Kettering; On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Process Improvement Leader to champion Lean Manufacturing and drive operational excellence. In this pivotal role, you will implement Lean methodologies such as Kaizen and 5S to enhance efficiency and minimize waste across manufacturing and supply chain operations. Your leadership will inspire a culture of continuous improvement, empowering teams through intensive training and strategic planning. You will also develop performance reporting systems to track progress and share best practices across the organization. If you are passionate about fostering a high-performance culture and making a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering (Chemical, Industrial, Electrical, or Robotics) is highly preferred.
• Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive Lean principles and operational excellence across the plant.
• Provide training to foster a continuous improvement mindset.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Process Improvement

Data-Driven Problem Solving

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Degree in Industrial Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Robotics

Tools

Kaizen

5S

SMED

Value Stream Mapping

Hoshin Planning

A3 Problem Solving

Job description

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Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high-performance growth culture that will deliver consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerate our performance – a culture where accountability is clear and aligned, and where we reward business outcomes and impact. That culture guides everything we do, including how we partner with our customers and suppliers, how we attract and retain top talent, and how we create and deliver value for our stakeholders. In 2023, Sealed Air generated $5.5 billion in revenue and had approximately 17,000 employees operating out of 46 countries/territories and distributing products in 115 countries/territories around the world. To learn more, visit www.sealedair.com.

As a Process Improvement Leader, you will be responsible for driving a culture of Operational Excellence by applying Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies across the plant. Acting as a Lean champion, you will implement best practices to enhance efficiency, eliminate waste, and support the journey toward World-Class Manufacturing Standards.

1. Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization

• You will implement Lean principles within manufacturing production and supply chain operations, utilizing methodologies such as Kaizen, SMED, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, Takt Time Analysis, and 5S to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. Your hands-on experience in process improvement and data-driven problem-solving will be essential in achieving sustainable results.

2. Training & Culture Transformation

• As a leader in Lean adoption, you will provide intensive training to production teams, fostering a continuous improvement mindset and driving a culture shift within the organization. Your ability to coach, facilitate, and engage employees at all levels will ensure long-term success.
• You will assist value streams in maintaining and continuously improving the gains achieved through Lean initiatives. By standardizing best practices and ensuring consistency in Lean applications, you will help the plant achieve operational excellence and measurable business improvements.

3. Strategic Planning & KPI Alignment

• Working closely with value stream leaders, you will guide Hoshin planning and ensure all KPIs are aligned with business objectives. Your strategic planning skills and analytical mindset will be key to achieving continuous improvement and long-term success.
• Leading Kaizen events and managing multiple projects using A3 (8D) problem-solving methodologies, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency. Your project management expertise will be crucial in implementing structured and impactful improvements.

4. Performance Reporting & Best Practice Sharing

• You will develop a Lean reporting system to track project progress and financial impact, providing regular updates to management. Additionally, you will share insights and exchange best practices with Lean organizations across other company sites to ensure continuous learning and benchmarking.

Qualifications

Education: Degree in Chemical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or Robotics (highly preferred).
Certifications: Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma (preferred).
Experience:

• Hands-on experience in production management with Lean implementation.
• Proven leadership experience in driving process improvements and sustained change on the shop floor.
• Technical Expertise: Advanced training in Lean methodologies, 5S, SMED, VSM, and Kaizen.
• Project & Change Management: Skilled in project management, with the ability to lead and coach teams through Lean transformations.
• Experience working in matrix organizations and implementing automated processes/systems.

Requisition id: 49902

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.