Continuous Improvement Manager
Company: Chobani
Location: Twin Falls
Posted on: March 15, 2023
Job Description:
SummaryChobani seeks a Continuous Improvement Manager to work
with site leadership to lead the development, implementation and
ongoing improvement of a sustainable Lean Management approach. Our
manufacturing organizations are committed to developing a
sustainable continuous improvement culture using Lean principles.
The successful development of this culture will enhance work
processes and output, while delivering significant cost savings,
improved customer service, quality and safety for the company.This
individual will oversee the definition, documentation and
implementation of best-practice yogurt packaging technologies,
machinery, and material specifications. Responsibilities will
include teaching, mentoring, and execution of Lean strategy. He/she
will be responsible to communicate the goals and objectives of the
specific Lean/CI activities and to provide a system for measuring
results of Lean/CI activities on an ongoing basis. In addition,
he/she will work with the site leadership to ensure that CI
improvements are rolled out quickly and effectively and that the
improvements are sustained. We seek a results-oriented leader. This
individual must be both a credible teacher and capable of
influencing all levels of the organization.Responsibilities
- Drive Lean training and implementation of a Lean toolkit to
include: value stream management, lean diagnosis/strategy &
objective setting, Kanban, SMED, team problem solving, Kaizen,
etc
- Develop and implement lean metrics and visual indicators to
support line efficiencies
- Deliver KPI's in support of the manufacturing strategy
- Lead and coach members of the management and continuous
improvement teams, primarily through implementation of Lean
principles and practices
- Conduct internal lean manufacturing assessments and develop
improvement plans from assessments.
- Ensure controls and metrics are in place and sustained to
monitor progress of the factories continuous improvement
initiatives
- Drive Lean training and implementation of a Lean toolkit to
include: value stream management, lean diagnosis/strategy &
objective setting, Kanban, SMED, team problem solving, Kaizen,
etc
- Develop and implement lean metrics and visual indicators to
support line efficiencies
- Conduct internal lean manufacturing assessments and develop
improvement plans from assessments.
- Ensure controls and metrics are in place and sustained to
monitor progress of the continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide shift manager coverage as required to maintain positive
associate relationships and manufacturing perspective
- Follow all GMP, Safety and Food Quality practicesRequirements
- 5-7 years of manufacturing experience in Lean
Implementation
- An undergraduate degree, preferably in Engineering or Business
Administration
- Black Belt certified and able to integrate the two disciplines
of Lean and Six Sigma
- Lean toolkit application skills (value stream mapping, 5S,
Kaizen, Kanban, Error proofing, SMED, team problem solving,
etc.)
- Knowledge of internal manufacturing and major business
processes
- Significant change management experience
- Project management experience
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Demonstrated cross-functional experience and ability to
influenceAbout UsChobani is a food maker with a mission of making
high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while
elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place.
In short: making good food for all.In support of this mission, we
are a values-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused
company, and have been since Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the
U.S., founded the company in 2005.We produceyogurt,oatmilk,dairy-
and plant-based creamers,ready-to-drink coffeeandplant-based
probiotic drinks.Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, and
it's made with only natural ingredients without artificial
preservatives.Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world -
putting humanity first in everything we do.Our philanthropic
efforts prioritize giving back to our communities and beyond:
working to eradicate child hunger, supporting immigrants, refugees
and underrepresented people, honoring veterans, and protecting the
planet. We manufacture our products in New York, Idaho, and
Australia. Chobani products are available throughout North America
and distributed in Australia and other select markets.For more
information, please visitwww.chobani.comand follow us
onFacebook,Twitter,Instagram,andLinkedIn.Chobani is an equal
opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any
applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited
to: race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran
status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and
genetic information, or any other classification protected by
federal, state and local laws.Compensation
Range:$107,000.00-$150,000.00, plus bonus.
Keywords: Chobani, Twin Falls , Continuous Improvement Manager, Executive , Twin Falls, Idaho
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