Continuous Improvement Division Manager

PSSI; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead strategic initiatives in operational excellence. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and frontline leadership. You will implement Lean principles to drive significant cost savings while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in operations, excellent project management skills, and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization. Join a company that values safety, integrity, and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact in the food safety sector.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operations or lean leadership experience in food manufacturing or sanitation.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Rules and ability to teach Lean tools.

Responsibilities

• Implement operational excellence strategies to achieve cost savings.
• Train and assess leadership skills across diverse teams.

Skills

Lean Principles

Project Management

Creative Problem Solving

Coaching

Influencing Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Job description

WHO YOU ARE:

We are seeking a solution-oriented person to spearhead the development and execution of a long-term strategic plan for operational excellence in a designated area. The Continuous Improvement ("CI") Manager will collaborate with Operations and cross-functional teams to enhance processes and frontline leadership at chosen sites. Ready to take on the strategic role in PSSI Field Operations? Apply now!

WHO WE ARE:

• The Leader in food-industry-related contract sanitation and food safety
• Over $1 Billion in sales with an excellent history of organic and acquisition growth
• Over 13,000 team members throughout North America
• Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 300 customer plants throughout North America

OUR VISION:

To be the leading food safety solutions company that owns the standard of health and safety for our PSSI family and brand protection for our partners.

• Safety: We are committed to the health and safety of our team members and set the standard of food safety for the protection of our customers’ products and brands.
• Integrity: We speak with candor, act with transparency, follow through on our commitments and abide by our principles and values.
• Team: We respect and value our team members, embrace diversity, and invest in their development through coaching and training.
• Customer Focus: We strive to exceed our internal and external customers’ expectations through open communication, relationships, and continuous improvement.
• Achievement: We manage our business to provide opportunities and stability for our team members, and bring value to our customers, owners, and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The CI Manager will work closely within the Sanitation Operations business, closely aligning with operations to execute critical business drivers. You will travel across divisions while you work to define your territory and be accountable for program sustainability and the annual achievement of cost savings targets. Job duties include:

• Implement PSSI’s Operational Excellence Strategy to deliver significant savings that lower the total cost of sanitation year after year.
• Administer, train, and assess developed leadership training for diverse groups within the organization.
• Identify and/or provide training on CI and Operational Leadership techniques as needed.
• Facilitate and own problem-solving action plans that drive bottom line improvements in the division’s metrics (Safety, Food Safety, TEAM, Delivery, and Cost).
• Use a fact-based approach to prioritize improvement opportunities and support KPI tracking for division CI and Operations goals.
• Develop Operational Leadership team’s knowledge and skills to create exceptional leadership.
• Develop and implement plans to engage every team member, salaried and hourly, in the CI Process.
• Understand and promote all safety guidelines developed by the company.
• Continually look for ways to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

YOUR MUST HAVES:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Rules and Principles.
• Ability to work with and influence all levels of the organization.
• Ability to teach and coach team members at all levels of the organization in the use of Lean tools.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Creative problem solving and innovative approaches to resolve complex problems.

WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:

• 5 or more years of operations and/or lean leadership experience (Food Manufacturing or Sanitation).
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish).

OUR ENVIRONMENT:

This position is based in your home office and requires travel between different facilities with different working shifts. The working conditions range from wet, hot, cold environments which require the use of Personal Protective Equipment ("PPE"). Walking, standing, sitting, and computer work are all required in this environment. Sitting for extended periods of time when travelling (mostly driving) is also required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Training & Development Opportunities

Packers Sanitation Services, Inc. (PSSI) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws.

YOUR NEXT STEPS:

APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!