Continuous Improvement Project Coordinator
Utz
- Hanover, PA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work closely with the CI leadership and site leadership team to establish and implement lean manufacturing concepts.
- Will be responsible for providing coaching and mentoring on project management skills, team facilitation, project execution and development of project cost savings.
- Work with area managers/supervisors regarding process improvement opportunities within their organizations.
- Develop and maintain business performance measures and conduct analysis of data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop & deliver presentations and basic training courses associated to process improvement.
- Ensure operational activities adhere to lean standards i.e. material flow, set-up reduction, 6S & workplace organization, communication cells, TPM etc…
- Establish program to develop and maintain standard operating procedures for existing processes and procedures.
- Support development and usage of key manufacturing systems i.e. Redzone, ERP, CMMS, Production labeling software, BI reports
- Integration of Lean methodology/principles with other improvement initiatives. Ex. Safe Quality Food, Safety, etc…
- Share responsibility of self-development with immediate supervisor.
- Degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineer preferred or relevant work experience.
- Experience with implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools
- Knowledge and understanding of Six Sigma methodology, Green Belt certification preferred and ability to achieve Black Belt certification
- Ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and other database programs
- Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, highly motivated, and organized with the ability to prioritize and follow through.
- Ability to travel to other plants to support CI implementation
- Must be able to work in a proactive work environment, be an effective motivator, and trainer of people
- Must possess or have the aptitude and ability to quickly develop an in-depth working knowledge of applicable company procedures.
- Show willingness to tackle new tasks and grow professionally as experience grows.
- Ability to work flexible hours to manage a multi shift operation
- Experience in the food and beverage manufacturing industry with packaging and processing equipment desired
- Travel 15% domestically