Continuous Improvement Lead — Bakery Operations Excellence

Royal Canin USA Inc; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) match vesting on day 1

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Holiday pay (11 days)

Paid short-term disability

Paid life insurance

Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts

Wellness benefits and discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nature's Bakery is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist to drive operational excellence across our bakery. You’ll lead loss elimination, coach teams on problem-solving, and shape how we continuously improve processes and systems.

Partner with line leaders and operators to strengthen daily management, ensure data integrity, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. This full-time role offers a collaborative, growth‑driven environment with TPM manufacturing

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude with analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with data systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to motivate people at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead loss elimination initiatives across your assigned Value Stream.
• Develop and execute Daily Management Systems (DMS) including Centerline, Clean-Inspect-Lubricate, Abnormality Handling, 5S, and Changeover.
• Analyze line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities.
• Drive root cause problem-solving on chronic issues using basic and advanced tools.
• Partner with production and technical teams to define process standards and control strategies.
• Facilitate team meetings and NBOS CP2 sessions; communicate clearly across shifts.
• Collaborate with line leaders to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency metrics are met.
• Train and coach associates to build technical mastery and problem-solving capabilities.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork through proactive engagement and accountability.

Skills

Mechanical/technical aptitude

Analytical problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Communication and people skills

Education

BA Degree in ENG, Supply Chain, Business, or technical field

Associate's Degree with TPM manufacturing experience

Job description

Nature's Bakery is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist to drive operational excellence across our bakery. You’ll lead loss elimination, coach teams on problem-solving, and shape how we continuously improve processes and systems.

Partner with line leaders and operators to strengthen daily management, ensure data integrity, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement. This full-time role offers a collaborative, growth‑driven environment with TPM manufacturing