Continuous Improvement Manager
Newell Brands
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Newville • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United States
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Lead site through implementation of PEAK phases using standard project management principles ensuring PEAK system owners build and track to implementation plans.
- Build capability in and deploy PEAK systems to optimize value streams and work processes.
- Build Continuous Improvement culture within the site.
- Align CI initiatives with the overarching site master plan and PEAK implementation strategy using common CI tools (Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC problem solving methods, etc.).
- Partner with, coach, and lead site team through the integration of CI methods and strategy.
- Ensure CI, project management and PEAK tools are used to drive successful completion of site projects and initiatives.
- Network with other organizational PEAK and productivity leaders to learn and share "Best Practices".
- Lead site’s efforts to build and deliver productivity project funnel to achieve site productivity goals.
- Lead site's Productivity Governance program to effectively manage the overall Productivity Agenda.
- Support identification, facilitation, and tracking of site productivity projects.
- Provide analytics and business intelligence to support project selection, root-cause analysis, project validation, etc.
- Track and report out productivity results, updates, and strategy to key stakeholders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent degree.
- 5+ years' experience in a manufacturing / distribution role leadership role or in a Central Supply Chain type role with project and leadership experience.
- Strategic and tactical Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma experience (Green or Black Belt preferred)
- Strong track record of successfully leading Change Management initiatives.
- Experience leading large, cross-functional teams to achieve results.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and AutoCAD.
- Interpersonal skills, self-confidence, leadership abilities
- Ability to build trust and interact with all levels of the organization, including senior management.
- Proven ability to facilitate relations between Executive Leadership, Business Units and Supply Chain stakeholders.
- Highly effective organization and planning skills required.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
- Working knowledge of common distribution systems and processes.
- Professional maturity, appearance, and demeanor.
- Ability to serve in both Team Leadership and Team Member roles.
- Creative, reliable, organized, adaptable, flexible, innovative, and a self-starter.
- Focus on adding value to a fast and performance driven business.
- Must complete all OSHA required training.
- Must successfully pass post-offer screening and review of background.
- Role requires up to 25% travel for trainings, summits, etc.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
LeanTPMSix SigmaValue Stream MappingDMAICproject managementanalyticsbusiness intelligenceproblem-solvingmanufacturing
Soft skills
leadershipinterpersonal skillscommunicationorganizational skillsplanningchange managementteam leadershipadaptabilitycreativityself-starter
Certifications
Bachelor of ScienceGreen BeltBlack BeltOSHA training