Continuous Improvement Manager

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)

• Champion CPS roll-out; lead the cultural shift to managing through pillars, provide leadership and subject matter expertise in the ConAgra Performance System (CPS).
• Build plant pillar leads and teams through a structured approach, assessments, and guidance.
• Develop and Train all team members in 5S, Total Productive Maintenance, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Focused Improvement, and other lean or CPS tools)
• Engage all associates through hands-on mentoring, audits, etc. Monitor productivity work streams and engage pillar leads and plant leadership to ensure success
• Lead Kaizen events, Lead the Reliability Improvement Plans (RIP); establish, as necessary, action plans; and follow-up meetings.
• Super user of OEE management tools and Power BI integration to develop dashboards, data integration and Daily management systems.
• Conduct time studies and work with department heads to determine ROI projects.
• Use Regression analysis to determine target variables and improve process capabilities.
• Instill a “hands-on,” systematic approach to problem solving (“Gemba”) Works closely with cross functional teams (i.e. Project Engineers, Contractors, Technicians, Peers, Other CPS Pillars leads, etc.) to plan, implement, lead and/or execute actions that will assist in CPS implementation in the Quincy facility.
• Leads and engages team members to improve systems, processes and procedures. Coach’s teams in personal accountability, giving and receiving feedback, root cause analysis, problem solving, decision making, trade-off analysis, interpersonal communications and external interactions.
• Troubleshoots problems and implements corrective actions through root cause analysis. Works closely with the Operations teams to create an Autonomous Maintenance work culture and run to centerline.
• Actively reinforces key CPS concepts everyday through coaching and auditing across the organization.

Qualifications/ Education/Experience/Skills:

• 4 year degree: Engineering, Food Science, or Operations preferred.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience
• 3+ years experience in Continuous Improvement environment – TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and related process improvement systems: LSS Black belt preferred.
• 2+ years overseeing root-cause analysis, data collection, and problem-solving utilizing key metrics.
• 2+ years using Power BI, Microsoft Forms, Microsoft Teams; Ignition and SCADA a plus.
• Knowledge of using Engineering Standards, Demonstrated Standards, and financial standards to establish run rates and capacity.
• Proven ability to roll out an established CI system (CPS)
• Established knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Proven skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously with various teams.
• Ability to manage and prioritize one’s own time consistent with the needs of the business
• Excellent communication skills including oral, written, and listening. Ability to interpret a variety of technical information in mathematical and/or narrative form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.