Job Title: Continuous Improvement / SAP ManagerJob Type: On-SiteLocation: Archbald, PAReporting to: Plant ManagerDirect Report: SAP PlannerJob Summary: The Continuous Improvement/SAP Manager will have overall responsibility to drive operational excellence throughout the organization by identifying opportunities, strategizing solutions, training and coordinating team members' efforts, and delivering results. Align with Plant Leadership to address improvement opportunities. Major focus on developing people and creating a self-sustained continuous improvement program in all manufacturing processes and cost saving initiatives across the plant network and manufacturing the highest quality products in a safe working environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Champion a Safety-First Culture by embedding EHS principles into daily operations and driving continuous improvement toward world-class safety performance.
- Lead Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and other operational excellence methodologies to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
- Drive Operational Excellence Across Facilities through KPI management, short interval controls, OEE improvement, and performance monitoring at the shop-floor level.
- Serve as the SAP Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert, leading user training, supporting system upgrades, troubleshooting issues, and developing tools to improve planning and operational performance.
- Develop and Execute Strategic Manufacturing Plans to optimize plant operations, increase capacity and efficiency, reduce costs, and support business growth.
- Ensure Quality and Regulatory Compliance by maintaining ISO standards, promoting quality awareness, reducing the cost of quality, and driving effective corrective actions through root cause analysis.
- Partner with Supply Chain Teams to improve order management, forecasting accuracy, value engineering, and overall supply chain performance.
- Lead Operational and Financial Improvement Programs by identifying cost-saving opportunities across labor, materials, freight, and overhead while managing continuous improvement project (CIP) objectives.
- Drive Production Performance and Customer Satisfaction by improving lead times, reducing variation, ensuring on-time delivery, and consistently meeting customer specifications.
- Provide Leadership and Cross-Functional Alignment by developing high-performing teams, collaborating with plant leadership, facilitating communication, and supporting company-wide operational goals.
Key Requirements- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, with a proven track record of driving operational performance and business results.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and people development skills, with experience leading, motivating, and managing diverse teams.
- Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement, including Six Sigma methodologies, Kaizen events, and root cause problem-solving tools.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen, including experience with P&L responsibility, manufacturing metrics, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
- Ability to lead change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, effectively managing priorities, timelines, and organizational transformation initiatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish clear goals, drive accountability, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven experience in cross-functional collaboration within matrix organizations, partnering effectively with operations, supply chain, quality, and leadership teams.
- Hands-on operational leadership experience, including process improvement, value stream mapping, SMED/quick changeovers, Kanban systems, and standardized work practices.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities, with experience applying 8D, 5 Why, SQDC, TPM, and other operational excellence tools to improve performance.
- Bachelor's degree preferred, along with the ability to assess manufacturing operations, identify improvement opportunities, and align strategies with long-term business objectives.
Total Rewards:We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Basic and optional life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Tuition assistance
- Flexible spending accounts
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