Process Improvement Manager - Manufacturing
- $95,000 - $125,000
- Little Rock, AR
Decades-old US-based Chemical Manufacturer in need of dedicated Plant Process Improvement Manager to join team!
A bit about us:
We are a decades-old US-based chemical manufacturer in the building materials space.
Why join us?
We offer exceptional career growth potential and long-term stability, in addition to an excellent benefits package and culture!
Job Details
Job Details:
We are on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced Process Improvement Manager for our Manufacturing division. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with an analytical mind and a deep understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency. This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, EHS, and productivity improvement in our manufacturing processes. If you are a passionate production or process engineer with a knack for workforce optimization, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the development and implementation of Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and process improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process enhancements and drive the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) cycle.
3. Utilize DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology to solve complex problems and optimize processes.
4. Develop and implement strategies to improve plant capacity and productivity.
5. Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining the highest levels of quality in our products.
6. Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) standards in all manufacturing processes.
7. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovative thinking and promoting the adoption of best practices across the organization.
8. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of process improvement initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for further improvements.
9. Collaborate with the workforce to optimize their skills and abilities, ensuring maximum productivity.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 12 years' experience in Process Engineering / Continuous Improvement within the manufacturing industry.
3. Certified in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, with a strong understanding of PDCA and DMAIC.
4. Proven experience in driving continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
6. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
8. In-depth knowledge of EHS standards and compliance requirements.
9. Experience in workforce optimization and productivity improvement.
10. A forward-thinking mindset, with a strong focus on quality, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
We are on the hunt for a dynamic and experienced Process Improvement Manager for our Manufacturing division. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with an analytical mind and a deep understanding of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. You will be responsible for driving continuous improvement initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency. This role is pivotal in ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, EHS, and productivity improvement in our manufacturing processes. If you are a passionate production or process engineer with a knack for workforce optimization, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead the development and implementation of Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and process improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and effectiveness.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process enhancements and drive the PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) cycle.
3. Utilize DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology to solve complex problems and optimize processes.
4. Develop and implement strategies to improve plant capacity and productivity.
5. Drive cost reduction initiatives while maintaining the highest levels of quality in our products.
6. Ensure compliance with EHS (Environment, Health and Safety) standards in all manufacturing processes.
7. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovative thinking and promoting the adoption of best practices across the organization.
8. Monitor and report on the effectiveness of process improvement initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for further improvements.
9. Collaborate with the workforce to optimize their skills and abilities, ensuring maximum productivity.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 12 years' experience in Process Engineering / Continuous Improvement within the manufacturing industry.
3. Certified in Lean Six Sigma methodologies, with a strong understanding of PDCA and DMAIC.
4. Proven experience in driving continuous improvement and process improvement initiatives.
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
6. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
8. In-depth knowledge of EHS standards and compliance requirements.
9. Experience in workforce optimization and productivity improvement.
10. A forward-thinking mindset, with a strong focus on quality, cost-effectiveness, and operational efficiency.
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Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.