Continuous Improvement Manager

ProAmpac; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Competitive compensation

401K plan

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a results-oriented Continuous Improvement professional to strengthen our Operational Excellence initiatives in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. You will lead projects by liaising with hourly operators, supervisors, and managers to implement tangible improvements and ensure safety and quality standards are upheld.

The role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while improving daily processes

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong time management to handle multiple projects while addressing day-to-day processes.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and/or certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a genuine regard for safety, ensuring employees understand and follow safety guidelines and recognizing individuals for their involvement.
• Drive continuous improvement by spending time on the floor talking with operators, completing time studies, verifying/validating SOPs, etc.
• Lead projects by gathering information from hourly employees, creating tangible goals and deadlines, and reporting improvements to all employees.
• Align with Department Managers on priority of projects and provides updates.
• Audit quality, safety, and environmental housekeeping procedures.
• Flexible to support a 24/7 operation.
• Be highly organized and self-directed with an ability to prioritize projects, combined with the ability to provide and receive direction.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to quickly absorb new procedures and new industry advancements.

Job description

• Uphold a genuine regard for safety, ensuring employees understand and follow safety guidelines and recognizing individuals for their involvement
• Drive continuous improvement by spending time on the floor talking with operators, completing time studies, verifying/validating SOPs, etc.
• Lead projects by gathering information from hourly employees, creating tangible goals and deadlines, and reporting improvements to all employees
• Align with Department Managers on priority of projects and provides updates
• Audit quality, safety, and environmental housekeeping procedures
• Flexible to support a 24/7 operation
• Be highly organized and self-directed with an ability to prioritize projects, combined with the ability to provide and receive direction.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to quickly absorb new procedures and new industry advancements.

Description

What you will do

• Uphold a genuine regard for safety, ensuring employees understand and follow safety guidelines and recognizing individuals for their involvement
• Drive continuous improvement by spending time on the floor talking with operators, completing time studies, verifying/validating SOPs, etc.
• Lead projects by gathering information from hourly employees, creating tangible goals and deadlines, and reporting improvements to all employees
• Align with Department Managers on priority of projects and provides updates
• Audit quality, safety, and environmental housekeeping procedures
• Flexible to support a 24/7 operation
• Be highly organized and self-directed with an ability to prioritize projects, combined with the ability to provide and receive direction.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to quickly absorb new procedures and new industry advancements.

Education / professional background

• Five-year technical/Bachelor’s degree or Continuous Improvement Practitioner training with relevant work experience applying continuous improvement methodologies in manufacturing required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, to work with manufacturing operations personnel throughout the levels of the organization
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• General knowledge of manufacturing, including the desired properties and quality standards for products
• Must have strong time management skills to handle multiple ongoing projects in addition to day-to-day process problems
• Overcome obstacles and setbacks and react with positivity and optimism in the face of unforeseen challenges
• Solid computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel, Outlook, Share Point, and the ability to quickly learn software needed to perform job specific duties.
• Flexible Packaging Industry experience (Flexo printing, extrusion lamination, and/or converting) is a plus, but not required.
• Lean/Six Sigma Certification is preferred

What We Have To Offer

• Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and highly motivating work environment where you can develop your potential and launch an exciting career
• Development opportunities where your input makes a difference. A competitive compensation package, 401K plan and flexible benefits that are customizable to you and your family’s needs

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Category: Operational Excellence Full-Time