Continuous Improvement Manager

ProAmpac; Menasha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Excellent 401K Match

Generous PTO package

Flexible medical benefits

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager at our Wrightstown, WI site. You will lead safety-driven process improvements, perform time studies, validate SOPs, and drive on-the-floor engagement with operators to unlock efficiency gains.

The role requires a four-year technical or engineering degree or CI training, strong communication, and problem-solving skills. Flexibility to support a 24/7 operation and experience in Flexo/lamination is a plus.

Qualifications

• Four-year technical/Bachelor’s degree or Continuous Improvement Practitioner training with relevant work experience applying continuous improvement methodologies in manufacturing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with manufacturing operations personnel at all levels
• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• General knowledge of manufacturing, including product properties and quality standards
• Must manage multiple ongoing projects while addressing day-to-day process issues
• Lean/Six Sigma certification is preferred

Responsibilities

• Uphold safety and ensure employees follow guidelines and recognize exemplary involvement
• Drive continuous improvement by floor-level engagement with operators and time studies
• Lead projects by collecting data, setting goals, and reporting improvements to all employees
• Coordinate with Department Managers on project priority and provide updates
• Audit quality, safety, and environmental housekeeping procedures
• Support a 24/7 operation as needed
• Stay organized, self-directed, and able to prioritize multiple projects and tasks
• Apply analytical thinking to rapidly learn new procedures and industry advancements

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Continuous Improvement Practitioner training

Tools

Excel

Outlook

SharePoint

Word

Job description

Description

Description ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company delivering innovative solutions to customers worldwide guided by our core values, Impact, Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. We are committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. We are growing rapidly and seeking top talent to lead change and drive excellence.
Our Wrightstown, WI production site is seeking a dynamic Continuous Improvement Manager. We are in need of an operational investigator to collaborate with SMEs in a manufacturing facility, analyze and identify areas for improvement and charter projects to improve manufacturing processes. This role may require occasional travel to other locations based on business needs.

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

• Four-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
• Excellent 401K Match
• Generous PTO package
• Flexible medical benefits that are customizable to you and your needs

Shift

• First shift | Monday - Friday
• Occasional off shift meetings may be required as needed
• Note: This role is On-Site

Wage

• Based on Experience

Job Category: Operational Excellence Full-Time
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