Continuous Improvement Supervisor

How YOU will contribute

• Identify areas for improving plant operational efficiencies, including methods, equipment, and time management.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities in the manufacturing process.
• Manage the SPC Program, including Process and Slicer Capability Studies and Giveaway Analysis.
• Evaluate process capability to identify opportunities for future growth.
• Champion 5S and Lean Manufacturing activities.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma culture at the plant level.
• Lead Kaizen events and other improvement projects (DLMP initiative, etc.).
• Serve as RedZone System Administrator, updating the database for people, products, forums, and checks/audits.
• Act as RedZone Champion, collecting data and leading RedZone-related activities for the plant.
• Monitor and report sustainability progress on continuous improvement initiatives such as the net weight program, OEE, and other projects.
• Work cross-functionally with maintenance, operations, purchasing, R&D, etc., to identify and implement solutions.
• Coach and serve as a resource to plant staff on all continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with job coaches to establish training procedures for new processes and equipment.

About YOU

• Experience: 3+ years in food manufacturing, meat industry preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Food or Meat Science, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Certifications: Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
• Knowledge: Proficient in Office 365, Minitab, RedZone preferred, ERP systems, statistical process control training.
• Travel: Local and/or overnight travel required (15%).

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