Continuous Improvement Leader

Intertape Polymer Group; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Intertape Polymer Group is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for the Bardstown site in the Operations department. This exempt, salaried role leads the Intertape Performance System (IPS) and drives the development and integration of continuous improvement methodologies across the site.

You will collaborate with site leadership to identify high-impact initiatives, assure project execution, and sustain progress through change management and training.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering preferred; Master’s degree a plus.
• 5 years of successful continuous improvement experience in manufacturing.
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma training preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and prioritize high-impact continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure execution of improvement projects and alignment with site goals.
• Provide site leadership for CI activities across functions.
• Sustain progress by integrating learnings and new methods.
• Coordinate with Corporate IPS CI Pillar Team for alignment.
• Communicate changes effectively and manage stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Process improvement

Engineering background

Project management

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Financial acumen

Time management

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Description

Title: Continuous Improvement Leader - Bardstown

Department: Operations

Immediate Supervisor: Operations Manager

Status: Exempt Salaried

Position Purpose: Leads the Intertape Performance System (IPS) driving excellence throughout the site through employee engagement. The Continuous Improvement Leader drives the development and integration of all continuous improvement methodologies.

Principle Accountabilities

• Collaborate with the site leadership team to identify and prioritize high impact initiatives that will provide a step-change improvement within the site.
• Assure execution of continuous improvement projects, supporting project sponsors or process owners in their successful completion. Assist continuous improvements teams with method implementation and the alignment of projects with the operating goals of the site.
• Provide site leadership for all continuous improvement activities within all areas of the organization and drive clear linkage of activities to the value stream.
• Implement and maintain a mechanism to sustain the progress as the site gains experience with these methodologies. Incorporate learnings and new methods identified throughout the corporation into the site IPS.
• Drive alignment and effectiveness of continuous improvement activities with the corporate strategies, plans and objectives through close coordination of activity with the Corporate IPS CI Pillar Team.
• Lead high impact initiatives as assigned, incorporating the principles of continuous improvement, a value stream approach, and the voice of the customer as appropriate to the specific objectives of the initiative. Provide for effective communication and change management processes within the site as needed with respect to the initiative.
• Engage with the site and corporate engineering team to effectively drive process improvement aligned with daily manufacturing needs and align with strategic goals.
• Any other tasks as assigned

Standards of Performance

• Demonstrated passion for process improvement.
• Demonstrated engineering background solving complex problems and process issues.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Proven leadership and experience in effectively influencing and challenging an organization. Sets and achieves breakthrough goals for self and projects.
• Excellent teamwork, communication and presentation skills.
• Possesses understanding of financial and other business measurements. Applies them effectively.
• Adept at verbal and written communication to target audience.

Essential Skills and Experience

• B.S. in Engineering preferred, or related field. Master degree in related field is a plus.
• 5 years of successful continuous improvement experience in manufacturing and demonstrated project management and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite required.
• Continuous improvement experience is required; lean manufacturing Six Sigma training preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills required.
• Excellent leadership and motivational skills.
• Must be able to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Travel as needed, based on business needs.