Continuous Improvement Coordinator

Green Bay Packaging

Kalamazoo (MI)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

Wellness programs

STD

LTD

Life insurance

401(k) and pension

Job summary

Green Bay Packaging in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator to drive efficiency across divisions. You will partner with CI lead and leadership to identify opportunities, implement lean improvements, and support training, documentation, and strategic planning.

You will develop SOPs, metrics, and reports, coordinate safety-focused initiatives, and engage production crews to raise throughput, quality, and yield while ensuring safe operating conditions.

Qualifications

Ability to organize information from multiple sources and develop plans for continuous improvement.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to drive change.
Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and support continuous improvement initiatives across Operations.
Engage crews to streamline daily processes and improve efficiencies.
Monitor machine run efficiencies and address issues hindering goals.
Develop SOPs, TPM activities, and maintain documentation.
Maintain reporting and analytics of CI initiatives and results.
Support training and planning efforts to enhance performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Change management

Teamwork

Education

Associates degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Office 365

Job description

Description

Position Overview

This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across all divisional manufacturing processes. This role works closely with the CI Lead and leadership to identify opportunities, implement process improvements, and support operational efficiency. This position also contributes to training, documentation, and strategic planning efforts to enhance overall performance. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

Perform daily activities in compliance with divisional safety requirements and always puts Safety First
Ensures that all process changes will lead to a safer work environment
Coordinate and support continuous improvement efforts across all Operations
Engages crews in activities to streamline daily processes
Works with all crews to strive for maximum efficiencies in machine production, set-up times, and run speeds
Monitors machine run efficiencies and addresses issues that are hindering goal attainment
Provide basic machine assessment for state of equipment - help create standard operating procedures, TPM activities, and cleans up documentation when needed
Facilitate various projects throughout the facility to improve safety, quality, efficiency, yield metrics and team-based improvement initiatives
Maintain reporting of continuous improvement initiatives and results
Maintain metrics and keep division informed of activities and accomplishments
Perform additional duties as assigned

Shared CI responsibilities (with CI lead):

Works with all departments at the division to develop standard operating procedures, document workflow and process steps
Acts as a problem solver for production crews in times of need
Resource for production, scheduling and technical group to drive improvements resulting in increased through put, improved quality, and higher yield
Responsible for working directly with divisional leadership to ensure that continuous improvement goals are achieved
Use effective change management strategies to successfully implement new processes and procedures within the divisions team-based work culture
Provide support for the division's food safety program and certification
Works with Maintenance Department staff to deliver predictable and reliable equipment performance
Will notify the Production Supervisor Team of the need to coach or discipline employees when encountering employees acting in an unsafe manner

Qualifications

Good communication skills, both oral and written, are required
Ability to organize information from multiple sources and develop plans for continuous improvement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills as well as the ability to drive change
Previous experience in a box plant, printing operation, converting operation or paper mill is preferred
Must be able to improve working conditions such as safety, quality and productivity.
Ability to problem solve, handle multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced team environment
An Associate's degree is preferred
Experience in process improvement and lean manufacturing is preferred
Demonstrated skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Office 365

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k) and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Company Overview

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family-owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin containerboard mills, pressure-sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, WI, Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 5,000 team members and operates more than 40 facilities in 16 states. Green Bay Packaging is committed to innovative product development, sustainable forestry practices, and emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. For more information, visit gbp.com.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations