Continuous Improvement Manager- Remote

Fresh & Ready Foods; San Fernando (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to spearhead Lean initiatives across its operations. This pivotal role focuses on enhancing efficiency by eliminating waste and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The successful candidate will collaborate with leadership to implement strategic transformation plans, mentor teams, and drive performance enhancements. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will significantly impact operational excellence. Join this forward-thinking organization and help shape the future of food manufacturing!

Benefits

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• 8+ years in food manufacturing with a focus on continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Lean Transformation Plans to enhance performance.
• Coach leadership on continuous improvement and Lean methodologies.
• Coordinate Lean activities and ensure employee involvement in processes.

Skills

Lean Management

Continuous Improvement

Value Stream Mapping

Coaching and Mentoring

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

8+ years experience in food manufacturing

Job description

Join to apply for the Continuous Improvement Manager - Remote role at Fresh & Ready Foods.

Application Deadline: applications are accepted ongoing until all openings are filled for this position. If an applicant is declined due to the position being filled, they may still be considered for future opportunities and are always welcome to reapply.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Job Summary

Fresh and Ready Foods is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean activities across all locations. This role involves reviewing processes to eliminate waste in manufacturing and business areas, creating strategic Lean transformation plans, and driving improvement efforts. The Continuous Improvement Manager will foster a Lean culture and report to the Director of Continuous Improvement.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop Lean Transformation Plans, including value stream maps, to identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve performance.
• Collaborate with leaders to execute Gemba walks and improve visual management on the shop floor and in office areas.
• Drive leaders to implement continuous improvement and eliminate flow inhibitors.
• Coach and mentor leadership to foster a continuous improvement culture.
• Coordinate Lean Manufacturing activities, including kaizen events and projects.
• Support operations and office groups to establish and maintain standard work and continuous flow, including 5S and visual management.
• Drive Lean thinking into the office to create enterprise-level value stream management.
• Ensure open communication and involvement of employees in the Lean process.
• Provide Lean status reports, including metric-based accomplishments and true savings in areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Cash (inventory).
• Partner with Site Operations Leadership to create annual strategy development plans.
• Partner with new product development to ensure design for manufacturability and process improvement.
• Stay current with technologies and Lean concepts through continuing education and benchmarking.
• Provide Lean training and coaching for site employees.
• Serve as a resource for implementation issues at plants and drive progress on Lean plans.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent applicable knowledge/experience.
• 8+ years experience in a food manufacturing business.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing continuous improvement initiatives.

Desirable Characteristics

• Exhibit positive energy and contribute as a change agent.
• Highly motivated, hands-on, results-driven, and forward-thinking professional.
• Confidence, integrity, and an autonomous mindset with the ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme temperatures (cold), and moderate to very loud noise levels.

Travel

Must be willing to travel to facilities, customers, and supplier sites up to 75%.

Benefits

Associates at Fresh & Ready Foods are offered many fantastic benefits, including:

• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Fresh and Ready Foods maintains a drug-free workplace.