Performance Improvement Leader

Sealed Air; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sealed Air is seeking a Performance Improvement Leader in Rogers, Arkansas, to drive operational excellence using Lean Manufacturing methodologies. This role demands a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field and 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or operations.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional teams and promote a culture of continuous improvement through structured problem-solving initiatives. Strong communication skills and experience with Lean tools are critical for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement.
• Experience leading projects or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong self-direction and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement strategies.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and improvement workshops.
• Coach teams in Lean principles and problem-solving techniques.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Project Management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Business

Tools

Power BI

SAP

SQL

Python

Job description

Performance Improvement Leader

Requisition ID: 55607

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Job Overview

The Performance Improvement Leader (PIL) is responsible for driving operational excellence through the deployment of Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving methodologies across the site. This person serves as a Lean champion who leads cross-functional teams to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives, while fostering a culture of accountability, employee engagement, and sustainable performance for the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the deployment of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement strategies across the facility
• Serve as the site's Lean champion, promoting a culture of operational excellence and structured problem-solving
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and value stream improvement initiatives
• Apply and coach Lean and Six Sigma methodologies including DMAIC, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, SMED, Kanban, Error Proofing, Root Cause Analysis, and other continuous improvement tools
• Coach leaders, Team Performance Leaders (TPLs), and cross-functional teams in Lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and standard work
• Attend Daily Integration meetings to partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and other functional teams to solve problems and implement sustainable process improvements
• Track, communicate, and report continuous improvement project progress, financial impact, KPI performance, and initiative results to site leadership
• Audit processes and standards to ensure improvements are sustained
• Share best practices and lessons learned across departments and throughout the network to support operational excellence
• Conduct Lean principles training as needed
• Build organizational capability by developing problem-solving skills and continuous improvement competencies throughout the workforce
• Lead structured problem-solving efforts to address operational challenges and eliminate recurring issues
• Develop electronic tools to aid in the automation of production data collection and analysis

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, continuous improvement, or a related environment
• Demonstrated experience leading projects, teams, and/or continuous improvement initiatives
• Strong communication, leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Self-directed, highly organized, and capable of delivering results with minimal supervision

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent continuous improvement training
• Experience facilitating Kaizen events and deploying Lean Manufacturing systems
• Supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams
• Understanding of manufacturing financial metrics, operational KPIs, and business performance drivers
• Experience with Power BI, SAP, Power Apps, or similar business systems and analytics tools
• Programming experience using SQL, Python or similar

EEO Statement

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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