fairlife, LLC · 20 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Manager
Coopersville, Michigan, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years expfairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich dairy products. The Manager of Continuous Improvement plays a critical role in developing and implementing the Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence framework to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and financial performance within the organization.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Drive the implementation of the Operational Excellence framework and roadmap across fairlife® to achieve measurable performance improvements
Collaborate with leadership teams to implement lean tools and principles within the Operational Excellence framework
Train employees on the Operational Excellence framework and application of Lean tools
Provide leadership, training, and mentoring for employees at all organizational levels on the principles and application of Lean / Continuous Improvement / Operational Excellence
Manage and lead local Continuous Improvement team providing coaching, guidance, and support to ensure the successful execution of initiatives
Foster the professional growth of team members through development plans, training, and regular performance feedback
Drive cultural change and discipline to sustain a successful continuous improvement focused environment
Develop and deliver tailored training programs for employees at all organizational levels, ensuring multi-level engagement
Define and track metrics for goal achievement, identifying gaps and proposing solutions to improve outcomes
Plan and assist in executing Problem Solving tools and Kaizen events that deliver significant and quantifiable process improvements
Present key performance insights and recommendations to stakeholders to facilitate decision-making
Manage a robust process for selecting, scoping, and completing focus improvement initiatives
Manage the Op-Ex Scorecard and develop strategic Continuous Improvement (CI)/Kaizen roadmaps that align with company goals and objectives
Work with finance teams to track and present financial outcomes, ensuring Operational Excellence initiatives deliver measurable ROI (Return on Investment)
Provide ongoing coaching and support for Operational Excellence deployment in cross-functional teams
Advocate for Operational Excellence branding within fairlife® and across sites to foster alignment and engagement
Qualification
Required
Strong expertise in lean principles and tools including the application of daily management, tier meetings cascade, problem solving, standard work, single minute exchange of die (SMED), 6S programs, etc
Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience overseeing a team to achieve organizational objectives
Strong analytical skills and process-driven focus
Strong communication, presentation skills both verbal/written, and coaching abilities
Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills
Demonstrated ability to create strong working relationships and lead the work of others
Ability to gather and analyze data and draw logical conclusions
Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Demonstrated ability to build and manage high-performing teams
Experience in setting clear goals and expectations for direct reports
Strong conflict resolution and decision-making skills
Proven ability to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within a team setting
Bachelor's Degree required in engineering, business, or technical discipline from an accredited college or university
5 - 10 years of proven project management and process improvement skills including strong knowledge of root cause analysis, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, certifications a plus
Experience in process improvement implementation
Proven ability in strategy development, planning, and budgeting
Proficient in MS Office products (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
Proficient in basic data analysis with PowerBI, Tableau, or equivalent
Experience training others in the use of Lean and/or Six Sigma tools, and experience with lean approaches to improvement
8-10 hours sitting/standing/walking
Ability to lift to 50 lbs
Reaching/bending as needed
Exposure to hazards is minimal
Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety
Understand, observe, and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas
Perform all duties necessary to meet Company, Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company
Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product, processes, quality system, or safety system
Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients, processes, quality system, or safety system
Control further processing or delivery of nonconforming products in terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected
In the event of absence, another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required
Benefits
A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
Company
fairlife, LLC
fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Doelman
Chief Executive Officer
Eileen Thanner
Chief Operating Officer
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