Process Improvement Manager

Ardagh Group; Sapulpa (OK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & vacation

Disability insurance

EAP

Job summary

Ardagh Group in Sapulpa, OK seeks a Process Improvement Manager to drive rapid, data-based improvements across the plant. You will coach teams, lead projects, and push a culture of continuous improvement to elevate KPIs.

You will become the plant data expert, analyze sources, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards while partnering with operations to deliver measurable performance gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field.
• Five years of experience using improvement methods and tools.
• Self-motivated with strong process improvement mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and develop others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in analytical software (e.g., JMP or Minitab).

Responsibilities

• Coach and lead multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in the plant.
• Identify and pursue improvement opportunities for KPIs.
• Become the plant expert on relevant data sources and analyses.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.

Skills

Process improvement

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Coaching

MS Office

Statistical software

Education

Bachelor's degree (engineering/business related)

Master's degree

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

JMP

Minitab

SAP

Business Warehouse

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Description

The Process Improvement Manager drives a rapid and continuous improvement culture by coaching others, leading improvement teams, identifying improvement opportunities, analyzing data, and helping to drive data-based decision-making. This role's primary responsibility is to improve plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Coach and lead multi-disciplinary project teams
• Help implement a culture of continuous improvement in the plant
• Identify and pursue opportunities for improvement to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Become the plant expert regarding all relevant data sources and statistical analyses
• Comply with environmental and food safety standards as set forth in plant policies and programs within the departmental responsibilities

Minimum Skills / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field
• Five (5) years of experience using various improvement methods and tools
• Self-motivated and passionate about process improvement
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to motivate and develop others
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficient in analytical software (i.e. JMP or Minitab)

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, business, or a related field
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Prior experience with group applications such as SAP and Business Warehouse

Benefits Offered

• Medical, prescription, dental and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Apprenticeship programs
• Professional and personal development opportunities through Employee Resource Groups

Please note the compensation and benefits information above is accurate as of the date of this posting. Ardagh reserves the right to modify this information at any time in accordance with applicable law.

About Ardagh Group

Ardagh Glass Packaging is a global leader in glass packaging solutions, producing packaging for the world’s leading brands. We trace our roots all the way back to the Irish Glass Bottle Company, founded in 1932. Since then, we have grown rapidly to a team of more than 20,000 people with revenues of over $9 billion.

Today, we have a presence across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• Did you know that Ardagh produces many of the cans and bottles you drink your favorite beverages from?
• Did you know we produce metal and glass packaging which are permanent materials, meaning they can be infinitely recycled without any loss of quality?
• Did you know we produce more than 160 million containers per day?

Ardagh is passionate about sustainability and has a reputation for innovation. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, pioneering new production methods, new design techniques and new ways to recycle and save energy. Our aim is to reduce any negative environmental impact while remaining economically sustainable and socially responsible. We believe that the success of our business depends on the success of our people. We strive to create working environments where our employees feel valued, can work to their full potential, and where their achievements are celebrated. Here at Ardagh, we offer exciting and rewarding opportunities for talented and creative people. If you have ambition and want to make an impact with your career, come and join our team, you’ll enjoy the journey!

Ardagh Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local law.

Ardagh Group complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact Kelly Molloy ([e-mail]) if a reasonable accommodation is needed.