Continuous Improvement Manager DTN at Shearers Foods

Dayton, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Food Manufacturing, Snack ProductionIndustries

Requirements

3-5 years of manufacturing plant leadership experience as a Production Manager, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Operations Engineer, Industrial Engineer or similar roles in a consumer product manufacturing facility
Significant experience with CI tools like Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, and other engagement and process improvement techniques
A four-year degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field
Applicable academic and/or professional experience in food science, engineering, or general business
Great analytical abilities to understand complex manufacturing systems
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams through influence
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability and willingness to work a varied schedule to support a 24/7 operation on an as needed basis

Responsibilities

Creating the CI Master Plan: Develop and implement CI work processes at a site-wide level, including Kaizen, productivity cycles, RCA, and more
Leading Kaizen Activities: Use Lean Six Sigma expertise to coach and facilitate activities that eliminate complex losses and achieve productivity targets
Implementing Health Checks: Ensure CI work processes are delivering results consistently and effectively
Managing Data Systems: Oversee the automatic data collection system and train the team on its use and functionality
Performance Metrics: Analyze and reduce planned and unplanned losses, focusing on TEEP and OEE metrics
Driving Reliability Improvements: Own the Reliability Improvement Plan Work Process, coaching others to analyze data and trends
Supporting Zero Loss Goals: Work with other function leaders to help them achieve their zero loss objectives
Facilitating Benchmarking: Lead internal and external benchmarking and replication activities
Partnering with Leadership: Collaborate with facility operations and corporate leaders to drive Lean/CI initiatives
Tracking Progress: Maintain and communicate metrics that record successes and track progress
Supporting Engineering Initiatives: Support capital improvement and other engineering projects related to continuous improvement

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Root Cause Analysis

RCA

Productivity Improvement

Health Checks

Data Collection Systems

Shearers Foods

Manufactures diverse range of snack foods

About Shearers Foods

Shearer's Snacks offers a robust work environment leveraging advanced manufacturing facilities and sustainable production approaches to create a diverse array of snack foods. The company's emphasis on environmental sustainability not only meets industry standards but also fosters a culture of responsibility and innovation among its team members. This focus on eco-friendly practices and state-of-the-art technology makes it an appealing workplace for those passionate about sustainable practices and cutting-edge manufacturing processes.

Massillon, OhioHeadquarters

1974Year Founded

$53MTotal Funding

DEBTCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, Consumer GoodsIndustries

11-50Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Company Match

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Group Critical Accident Insurance

Group Critical Illness Insurance

Employee Assistance Plan

Risks

Closure of Lubbock facility indicates potential volatility in customer relationships.

Class action lawsuit for unpaid overtime could lead to financial liabilities.

Acquisition by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice may disrupt current operations or morale.

Differentiation

Shearer's Foods offers a wide range of gluten-free and non-GMO snack options.

The company is a leading private label supplier in the North American snack industry.

Shearer's Foods invests in sustainable packaging to meet consumer expectations.

Upsides

Shearer's Foods received $12.5M in tax credits for a new facility in Moraine.

The company plans a $106M investment in facility renovation and equipment upgrades.

Growing demand for private label products aligns with Shearer's market position.

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