The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for analyzing material and information flows to identify opportunities for improvement in productivity, material consumption, operation expenses, quality, safety, and space utilization.
*Main Duties and Responsibilities:*
* Quantify the effects of improved processes, workflows, and opportunities.
* Train and build capability in all levels of organization regarding lean manufacturing.
* Secure relevance and availability of Production System Road maps and blueprints.
* Plan and guide unit management in productivity, material waste, safety, and quality improvement initiatives.
* Support and drive continuous process improvements utilizing Lean Manufacturing principles to maximize departmental efficiencies, minimize waste and improve safety.
* Train and build capability in all levels of the plant regarding Lean Manufacturing; perform diagnostics on major cost drivers, including material, labor, and OOC.
* Make documented proposals for improvements and syndicate with kitchen’s management on implementation of changes; responsible for supporting management and associates in the overall change process.
* Actively practice change management and actively participate in the Unit’s performance management system and dialogue; present progress and plans to company executives; liaise with corporate and area Continuous Improvement resources.
* Provide Lean expertise training.
* Work with Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques, such as 8 Waste (Muda), Just in Time (takt-flow-pull), Value Stream Mapping, Kanban system, Problem Solving, FIFO and 5s and workplace organization including layout changes when necessary.
* Must be able to travel up to 50%.
*Qualifications:*
Education:
* Bachelor’s degree in business economics, Science, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required.
Work Experience:
* Minimum four (4) years of experience in Lean Manufacturing or related experience as an Industrial Engineer.
* Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience working in a high volume, manufacturing, food production, restaurant or catering environment required.
* Experience leading projects and people across organizations and maintaining mandatory standards to ensure the safety of products and processes and to improve product quality required.
* Experience analyzing operations and its cost drivers, analyzing material and information flows, and analyzing productivity, material consumption, and operation expenses required.
* Experience with Lean Manufacturing techniques.
Technical Skills:(Certification, Licenses and Registration)
* 6-Sigma or Lean Manufacturing Certification preferred.
* ServSafe Certification preferred; Ability to obtain ServSafe Certification required.
* Must have strong computer skills using Microsoft Office products including Excel.
* Ability to effectively work with diverse work groups and all levels of the operation.
* Exposure to AutoCad a plus.
If you want to be part of a team that makes travel and culinary memories, join us!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.
00 - $125,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* No weekends
Application Question(s):
* Please outline your salary expectations.
License/Certification:
* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Required)
Work Location: In person
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