Senior Regional Operations Excellence Manager – North

Refresco

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Missouri • United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, the Senior Regional Operations Excellence Manager leads the development and implementation of Operational Excellence across multiple plants.
  • This role provides coaching on the Refresco Management System (RMS), Kaizen methodologies, and the broader Operational Excellence strategy, driving improvements in safety, first-pass quality, line productivity, yield, indirect labor, and maintenance.
  • The manager is responsible for deploying change management initiatives, operational playbooks, and standardized software tools while enhancing talent capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Actively teach and coach employees in Lean and Kaizen principles, including 8 Wastes, Standard Work, SMED, 5S, and Centerlining.
  • Partnering closely with Plant Leadership, coordinate and execute key initiatives while collaborating with the Senior Director of Operations, Plant Managers, and North American and Global Leadership teams to drive sustainable operational improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or Operations or related field required.
  • 5 (five) – 7 (seven) years’ experience in the Continuous Improvement (Lean manufacturing) and Training Field required; beverage or food strongly preferred.
  • Ideal candidate will have a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or higher), Kaizen expertise, and proven leadership in strategy deployment.
  • Multi-site experience, with a proven track record of overseeing operations across multiple locations.
  • Demonstrated success in driving change, implementing sustainable improvements, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Must have at least a basic understanding of how manufacturing equipment operates and functions.
  • Expertise in Lean deployment, including hands-on experience with Lean methodologies and tools.
  • Project management experience, with the ability to lead and execute initiatives effectively.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; experience with SAP is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a results-driven mindset.
  • Budget planning and management experience, ensuring cost-effective operations and resource allocation.
Benefits
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
  • Short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
  • Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
Lean manufacturingKaizen methodologiesContinuous ImprovementLean Six Sigma Black BeltProject managementOperational ExcellenceChange managementStandard WorkSMED5S
Soft Skills
LeadershipCoachingCollaborationAnalytical skillsProblem-solvingResults-driven mindsetTalent developmentCommunicationOrganizational skillsCultural change facilitation
Certifications
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt