Continuous Improvement Manager
Company: Panduit
Location: Orland Park
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
At Panduit, Our People Make the Difference. We're looking for
individuals who share our passion for innovation, diversity and
inclusion, and sustainability.
What You Will Do
The Continuous Improvement Manager spearheads plant-wide
initiatives to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and drive
sustainable cost savings. By providing guidance and resources, they
empower Plant Managers and employees to select and manage Lean
projects effectively. From leading cross-functional projects to
fostering a culture of continuous improvement, they ensure
alignment with corporate objectives and drive measurable results.
Through coaching, facilitation, and communication, they promote a
problem-solving mindset and leverage best practices to optimize
plant performance. Job responsibilities include:
- Ensure awareness of Global Supply Chain CI requirements among
plant leadership.
- Develop and execute high-impact improvement plans aligned with
corporate objectives.
- Drive cross-functional Lean and Six Sigma projects to deliver
cost-effective solutions quickly.
- Innovate and implement engineering solutions for processing
efficiency challenges.
- Analyze plant data to identify operational opportunities and
propose process enhancements.
- Collaborate with leadership to analyze key performance
indicators and drive CI implementation.
- Foster a problem-solving and CI culture to enhance operational
excellence.
- Conduct reporting and root-cause analysis to drive continuous
improvement.
- Lead improvement activities to enhance safety, quality,
delivery, and cost-effectiveness.
- Organize CI events such as Kaizens, 5S, Kanban, and Root Cause
to eliminate waste.
- Facilitate CI workshops and ensure effective utilization of CI
tools and resources.
- Develop and execute communication plans to educate employees on
continuous improvement.
- Coach teams in CI concepts and standard work practices to
improve quality and efficiency.
- Share and apply best practices from other locations to optimize
performance.
What You Will Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Process Engineering,
Operations, Manufacturing, or equivalent.
- Preferred: Engineering Degree.
- 5+ years' experience leading Lean Transformations and Six Sigma
in manufacturing.
- Proficiency in Lean principles and deployment planning.
- Hands-on experience with modern Continuous Improvement
methods.
- Knowledgeable in manufacturing process improvement
techniques.
- Strong team-building and project management skills.
- Effective communication across all organizational levels.
- Demonstrated leadership and influence.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle multiple
deadlines.
- Hands-on experience with various improvement methodologies,
including Kaizen, DMAIC, 5S, Kanban, and Root Cause.
- Experience in molding operations and electrical
background.
- Preferred Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
certification.
What We Can Offer You
- Competitive Total Rewards Program with health and financial
benefits
- Generous vacation, sick days, holidays, and a volunteer
day
- 401K match and profit sharing
- Multiple healthcare options
- Parental leave
- Growth and development opportunities
Join us in building a sustainable and connected world. Apply online
to be part of the Panduit team. We're an Equal Opportunity
Employer, dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for all.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Keywords: Panduit, Tinley Park , Continuous Improvement Manager, Executive , Orland Park, Illinois
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