Shearer's Foods

Continuous Improvement Manager

Shearer's Foods • $75K — $95K *
Brewster, OH 44613In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing role
  • Expertise in continuous improvement tools like Kaizen and Six Sigma
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or related field preferred
  • Academic or professional background in food science or business desirable
  • Strong analytical skills for understanding complex operations
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively
  • Excellent organizational and communication abilities

Responsibilities

  • Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives at the Brewster site
  • Collaborate with operations leaders to implement CI initiatives
  • Establish and promote a continuous improvement culture within the facility
  • Analyze current manufacturing processes and suggest improvements
  • Maintain and report on performance metrics to track progress
  • Direct capital improvement projects and engineering initiatives
  • Engage associates through programs like Kaizen, 5S, and Safety Committees

Benefits

  • Commitment to a skills-first approach in recruitment
  • Supportive and inclusive work environment
  • Emphasis on personal growth and development
  • Focus on innovation and sustainability
  • Recognition for exceptional performance and contribution to company goals
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER

Onsite: Brewster, OH

Your seat at the table:

This position is responsible for leading Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement initiatives at the facility level, providing direction, support, and execution at the Brewster site. The overall objective is to drive continuous improvement in Shearer's manufacturing system using company systems in conjunction with industry Best Practices.

  • Function as a key member of the plant leadership team.


  • Work with facility operations leaders to drive Lean / CI initiatives.


  • Be a leader with regard to communication and establishment of a culture of CI.


  • Provide analysis of current state and recommendations for improvements.


  • Maintain and communicate metrics which record successes and track progress.


  • Lead capital improvement and other engineering initiatives associated with continuous improvement.


  • Develop and implement associate engagement techniques such as Kaizen, FIT, Safety Committee, Green Team, 5S, and other similar programs or teams, harness the intellectual energy of ALL associates to drive continuous improvement.


  • Work with corporate resources, consultants and other third parties to drive Lean / CI initiatives.


  • As a result of the above activities and processes, execute programs that result in measurable increases in performance.


Qualifications

What you bring to the table:
  • Five to ten years of manufacturing leadership experience as a production manager, supervisor, or similar role, in a consumer product manufacturing facility.


  • Significant experience with continuous improvement tools such as kaizen, 5S, six sigma, and other such associate engagement and process improvement techniques.


  • Four year degree in engineering, operations management, or similar field preferred.


  • Applicable academic and / or professional experience in food science, engineering, or general business.


  • Great analytical skills and ability to understand complex manufacturing systems.


  • Proven leadership experience and ability to lead cross functional teams through influence, not just in direct reporting relationships.


  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.


  • Ability and willingness to work a varied schedule as needed to support a 24 / 7 operation.
  • Knowledge of TPM or IWS preferred.


About Shearer's Foods

Shearer's Foods is a leading manufacturer of snack foods in North America. The company produces a wide range of products, including potato chips, tortilla chips, popcorn, and other snack foods. Shearer's Foods was founded in 1974 in Massillon, Ohio, and has since grown to become one of the largest snack food manufacturers in the United States. The company operates 11 manufacturing facilities across the country and employs over 5,000 people. Shearer's Foods is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Shearer's Foods
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
* Ladders Estimates

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