Production & Process Improvement Specialist

S & E Gourmet Cuts Inc; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer Meat Snacks is seeking a Production Coordinator in Vernon, CA to oversee KPIs, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives that boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the production floor.

The role involves managing documentation, 5S activities, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive lean manufacturing improvements. Excellent communication and strong Excel/Word skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years relevant experience (required).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (required).
• Analytical skills and troubleshooting skills (preferred).
• Interpersonal and follow-up skills (required).
• Microsoft 365 – strong Excel and Word (required).
• Familiarity with manufacturing standards (e.g., safety: lock-out/tag-out, etc.).
• Six Sigma experience, Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma and/or 5S (referred).

Responsibilities

• Work Instructions: Prepare detailed work instructions to ensure compliance with production standards and provide clear communication and training on work instructions to associates.
• Data Management & Performance Tracking: Enter and analyze daily KPI data, identifying trends and areas for improvement, and communicate production trends and insights to leadership and frontline teams.
• Project & Calendar Management: Maintain and update the plant-wide project calendar, ensuring alignment with production goals and collaborate with cross-functional teams to track and prioritize project progress.
• Training & Documentation: Manage the production training matrix to ensure all employees’ training is fully documented and filed; oversee the production tool log and review it weekly for accuracy and compliance; digitize all production forms into the Safety Chain system and train employees on their use.
• 5S & Safety Initiatives: Work with production leads to implement and sustain 5S in assigned areas and conduct weekly safety walkthroughs with leads to proactively identify and mitigate risks.
• Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional leaders to execute CI projects directly related to production and support initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, reducing waste, and optimizing production processes.
• ERP System & Inventory Management: Work in the ERP system to create production work orders and assist with verifying inventory or inventory builds as needed.
• Additional Support: Assist the Production Manager and/or Supervisor with any additional tasks as needed to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Urgency to hit daily goals

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft 365

Job description

Archer Meat Snacks is seeking a Production Coordinator in Vernon, CA to oversee KPIs, training programs, and continuous improvement initiatives that boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the production floor.

The role involves managing documentation, 5S activities, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive lean manufacturing improvements. Excellent communication and strong Excel/Word skills are essential for success.