Continuous Improvement Manager

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Continuous Improvement Manager The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading and sustaining continuous improvement initiatives across the plant to improve safety, quality, service, and cost. This role identifies high‑impact improvement opportunities, leads cross‑functional projects using Lean and root cause methodologies, and partners with plant leadership to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and drive a culture of continuous improvement. This position serves as a key resource for efficiency improvements, audit readiness, cost‑savings initiatives, and standard work execution while ensuring product integrity and compliance. Key Responsibilities Identify, prioritize, and lead continuous improvement projects that improve plant performance in safety, quality, throughput, and cost Lead and coach cross ‑ functional teams using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem ‑ solving tools Drive corrective and preventive action (CAPA) initiatives to eliminate recurring issues and prevent reoccurrence Support and lead initiatives such as: Line efficiency improvements and scrap reduction Cost ‑ savings and waste reduction initiatives CIP optimization and process improvements Audit gap closure and compliance improvements Equipment, process, and facility improvement projects Analyze plant performance data to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunities Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain leaders to align CI efforts with business priorities Standardize best practices and support deployment across departments Support audit preparation, internal audits, and follow ‑ up actions Coach leaders and frontline teams on CI tools, problem solving, and continuous improvement mindset Track project progress, benefits, and savings and communicate results to leadership Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering , Manufacturing, Operations, Business, or related field or equivalent experience 3

• 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment 3+ years leading continuous improvement, Lean, or operational excellence initiatives Working knowledge of Lean tools , root cause analysis, and structured problem solving Experience leading cross ‑ functional teams and managing multiple projects Preferred Qualifications Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (or equivalent CI certification) Experience in food or beverage manufacturing Familiarity with audits, CAPA programs, and compliance environments Experience delivering measurable cost savings and efficiency improvements Previous leadership or indirect people management experience Key Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and data ‑ driven problem ‑ solving skills Ability to influence without direct authority Clear and effective communicator at all levels of the organization Highly organized with strong follow ‑ through Change management and coaching capability Results ‑ oriented with a continuous improvement mindset Benefits https://careers.

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