Continuous Improvement Manager

Responsibilities:

Supports the initial implementation and ongoing sustainability of BIC activities in the region.

Equips plant and department management and regularly coaches them to continually improve their processes using BIC tools: comprehensive and accurate data collection and analysis, identification and prioritization of top value opportunities, development and execution of action plans and ongoing deployment of resources to effectively and permanently solve problems to continually attain and sustain improvements.

Actively assists region/plant management in the professional development of region BIC personnel to support future needs in the organizational structure.

Develops and implements training scenarios to continually refresh and hone BIC skills at all levels

Leads regular BIC audits, including following up on actions to further improve processes and sharing of best practices.

30% - Identify opportunities and lead process improvement initiatives

25% - Collaborate with region and facility leadership to achieve operational goals

25% - Management and development of Industrial Engineers

20% - Improve competency and drive the use of BIC methodology

Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent work experience in related in job function. Must have at least seven (7) years combined experience in both line and staff manufacturing positions. Strong organizational, interpersonal and decision-making skills. Ability to comprehend mechanical, electrical and instrumentation systems with operations. Knowledge and understanding of industrial costs and their control. Ability to contribute to both strategic long term and tactical implementation activities.