Continuous Improvement Lead, Bakery Operations

Mars (New); Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

Wellness benefits

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Nature’s Bakery, part of the Mars family, is expanding its Continuous Improvement team in Utah. The CI Specialist will drive loss elimination, strengthen daily management systems, and coach lines to improve safety, quality and efficiency.

You’ll partner with production and technical teams to define standards, enable rapid response to out-of-control situations, and foster a culture of safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude with analytical problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems; strong written and verbal communication.
• Able to motivate people at all levels of the organization.
• Preferred: Certified Trainer and TPM manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead loss elimination initiatives across the assigned Value Stream.
• Develop and execute Daily Management Systems (DMS) and related processes.
• Analyze line data to identify loss elimination opportunities.
• Drive root cause problem-solving on chronic issues using basic and advanced tools.
• Collaborate with production and technical teams to define standards and control strategies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Data analysis

MS Office

Communication

Education

BA in Engineering/Supply Chain/Business

Associate's + 2 years TPM experience

Tools

Focused Improvement tools

Job description

Nature’s Bakery, part of the Mars family, is expanding its Continuous Improvement team in Utah. The CI Specialist will drive loss elimination, strengthen daily management systems, and coach lines to improve safety, quality and efficiency.

You’ll partner with production and technical teams to define standards, enable rapid response to out-of-control situations, and foster a culture of safety and continuous learning.