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Vestcom · 19 hours ago

Continuous Improvement Manager

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Remote

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Develop and implement operating best practices, standard processes, procedures and policies.

Drive the Continuous Improvement (CI) vision and inspire others to connect with the vision by implementing lean tools and processes, including gap analysis to current state.

Monitor progress to the strategic plan and redirect activities and resources as needed to improve safety and quality, drive cost out of the business, and improve the CI culture and tool usage.

Facilitate cost out improvement opportunities.

Support sharing of best practices as result of internal and external benchmarking activities.

Coordinate and develop necessary associate training programs in the areas of equipment, systems, and safety using both external and internal training methods.

Provide direct technical support to the production teams for a range of processes including printing, lamination, and distribution.

Responsible for developing manufacturing instructions and processes to improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

Facilitate reduction in product cost and maintain budget for local project including machine improvements, additional direct labor, etc.

Provide technical support to sites and aid in improving the coordination and collaboration between departments and teams.

Support new site openings, site remodels, moves & closures by conducting flow design and space planning.

Identify, lead and influence projects focused on improved delivery, cost reduction, productivity and simplification of internal processes.

Provide leadership and facilitation on process innovation tools and data driven methodologies (Lean / Six Sigma, Automated data collection, Analytics)

Lead targeted Kaizen events to improve business processes and deliver measurable business impact

Develop communication plans and proactively communicate priorities, progress, status and issues to relevant champions in a clear and succinct way.

Set & drive the culture shift to ensure there is sustainable behavioral change. Establish operating rhythms to measure and sustain gains.

Deploy 5S improvement strategy throughout the business.

Support the Quality Control functions and related quality assurance activities for all products manufactured by the sites. Conduct periodic audits of operators and procedures across facilities.

Work cross-functionally and across sites to leverage best practices for standardization that maximizes desired outcomes for the business and our clients.

Develop programs, conduct or arrange for associate training in safety, operational procedures, equipment use, and production systems.

Facilitate Kaizen Events and train Site leaders to facilitate events.

Other duties as assigned by management.

Travel to remote facilities/sites will be required, as necessary (approximately 15%).

Establish open communication lines with facility(s) associates, peers, and management in other locations.

Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.

Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures.

Qualification

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Process ImprovementLeanContinuous ImprovementData AnalysisSix SigmaKaizenGreen Belt CertificationBlack Belt CertificationProject ManagementGoogle SuiteExcelWordOutlookPowerPointERP SystemsBudget ManagementTraining DevelopmentProblem-Solving Techniques

Required

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five years related experience in printing industry or manufacturing environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Demonstrated experience in Process Excellence, Lean and Continuous Improvement

Proven change management experience driving large organizational change

Robust data analysis / manipulation skills and tool usage with ability to make data driven decisions through analytical insights

Ability to perform in a time pressured environment

Robust analytical skills and understanding of problem-solving techniques/ tools including Six Sigma, 8D, scorecard, and goal setting.

Must be experienced in Google platform, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Must be experienced in ERP systems.

Compliance with applicable Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required.

Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures.