Job Description:Technician - Industrial EngineeringNear Pet Nutrition Factory
We're looking for a Continuous Improvement Lead who will serve as a key cog in our Focused Improvement (FI) pillar team, actively driving our attack on Non-Quality Costs (NQC). In this role, you will have a sharp focus on driving waste reduction, proactively hunting for process gaps within SAP, and partnering with cross-functional teams to identify, analyze, and resolve systemic issues that impact our operational efficiency and financial bottom line.
What are we looking for? Minimum:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Finance, or a related technical/business discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
- 2-4+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, operations, or continuous improvement environments.
- Demonstrated foundational knowledge and application of Lean/CI tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, DMAIC).
- Working knowledge of SAP (or similar enterprise ERP system) with experience navigating inventory, material movements, production orders, and transactional data.
- Proven ability to analyze operational and financial data-such as variance analysis, production waste logs, yield losses, or cost estimates-to drive corrective action.
- Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to partner effectively across functions, particularly with Finance, Operations, and Engineering teams.
Preferred:
- Direct experience operating within a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) framework, specifically contributing to or leading Focused Improvement (FI) pillar activities and loss tree analysis.
- Experience targeting and systematically reducing Non-Quality Costs (NQC), material scrap, and rework in high-volume manufacturing (e.g., CPG, Food & Beverage, or Pharmaceuticals).
- Advanced SAP troubleshooting/auditing capabilities and experience with BI/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel/VBA).
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) or professional IE/TPM certifications.
- Track record of independently leading cross-functional cost-reduction (Cost Out / Value Capture) projects from concept through financial sign-off.
- Proven track record of developing and facilitating training initiatives aimed at attacking and eliminating Non-Quality Costs (NQC) across a broader manufacturing or Petcare network.
What will be your key responsibilities? - Serve as an active member of the Focused Improvement (FI) pillar team, aligning waste-reduction activities with broader site goals to systematically eliminate Non-Quality Costs (NQC).
- Proactively audit and "hunt" within SAP processes to identify transactional gaps, material flow discrepancies, and system issues that lead to operational waste.
- Partner closely with Finance Business Partners and site Industrial Engineers (IEs) to analyze waste transactions, investigate variance issues, and develop corrective action plans.
- Plan and establish sequences of operations, methods, and process steps to eliminate waste, improve material flow, and promote efficient resource utilization.
- Review production schedules, waste logs, and financial reports to estimate production costs, evaluate cost-saving methods, and measure the impact of waste reduction initiatives.
- Coordinate and implement quality and efficiency control procedures to resolve production problems, minimize operational costs, and maximize process reliability.
- Create draft layouts of equipment, materials, and workspaces to illustrate maximum efficiency and minimize physical waste using drafting and visualization tools.
What can you expect from Mars? - Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
- Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
- A strong focus on learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
- An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site.
Mars does not sponsor visas for this role.This position is not eligible for relocation benefits.#LI-AS2
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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:USD 119,040.00 - USD 163,680.00
