Continuous Improvement Specialist: Line Loss Elimination & TPM Coach

Mars; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive loss elimination within the MSE framework on the production line. You will develop control strategies, coach teams, and lead root-cause problem solving to improve line efficiency.

Ideal candidates have an engineering/technical background, strong analytical skills, and experience with SAP and MS Office. On-site role located in Texas with the Mars operations network.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 4 years of manufacturing with TPM/AM experience is required.
• Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office is expected.
• Ability to coach and engage associates effectively.

Responsibilities

• Participate in daily FMOS meetings and provide machine performance data.
• Coach AM and FMOS teams on Centerline and DMS practices.
• Perform Line Loss Analysis and report trends.
• Develop control strategies for out-of-control conditions.
• Lead root-cause problem solving on line losses.
• Communicate status of losses and improvement activities to line teams.
• Ensure Line and Departmental metrics are achieved with shift managers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Coaching

Education

Associate's degree in engineering/technical field

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in engineering/supply

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Mars is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to drive loss elimination within the MSE framework on the production line. You will develop control strategies, coach teams, and lead root-cause problem solving to improve line efficiency.

Ideal candidates have an engineering/technical background, strong analytical skills, and experience with SAP and MS Office. On-site role located in Texas with the Mars operations network.