Altria Group, Inc

Manufacturing Process Lead

Altria Group, Inc$80K — $118K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (mechanical, electrical, industrial, etc.)
  • Experience in data analysis and proficiency in data-driven platforms (e.g. Power BI, Tableau)
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment
  • Proficient in Office 365 applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams)
  • Ability to make independent decisions under time constraints
  • Demonstrated skill in managing multiple priorities in dynamic environments
  • Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking abilities

Responsibilities

  • Analyze data to eliminate top process losses
  • Apply problem-solving tools to improve overall process capability
  • Standardize and implement equipment operating processes
  • Communicate and train the team on updates and changes
  • Participate in daily execution of action plans to address losses
  • Enhance rapid changeover processes
  • Generate and analyze loss data and prioritize action items
  • Conduct health checks on Daily Management Systems and develop resolutions
  • Report compliance and adherence at Daily Direction Setting meetings
  • Coach team members on Integrated Work System tools

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Retirement savings plan with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities
  • Employee assistance programs and resources
Full Job Description
Job Title: Manufacturing Process Lead

Req Id: 3128

Work Model: On-Site

Company: Philip Morris USA

State/Province: Virginia

Job Description:

Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing performance and eliminating process losses at scale? We're looking for a Manufacturing Process Lead to take ownership of process excellence within our Richmond facility,driving data-informed decisions, improving equipment capability, and coaching teams to deliver sustained results.

In this role, you'll be at the center of operations analyzing process data, identifying root causes, and implementing standards that improve performance line by line. You'll partner closely with frontline teams, influencing how work gets done every day while building capability and ownership across the operation.If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy turning complex data and problems into practical, lasting improvements, this is a unique opportunity to make a visible impact.

Job Responsibilities

  • Analyze data to identify and eliminate top process losses
  • Ensure appropriate application of problem-solving tools to drive out losses, identify root cause and improve overall process capability
  • Standardize & implement equipment operating and work processes for their area and reapply as needed
  • Understanding need to change and updating centerlines as appropriate; communicate and train the team on changes
  • Actively participates in the execution of the action plan for the day to tackle the top loss
  • Standardizing and improving rapid changeovers (RCO)
  • Generate and analyze weekly loss tree data & quarterly loss analysis to prioritize weekly & 90-day plan action items
  • Conduct regular health checks on active Daily Management Systems to identify opportunities, develop actions to resolve gaps, and share results in DS meetings
  • Actively participates in line Daily Direction Setting (DDS) meetings to report centerline (CL) compliance & Changeover (CO) adherence to plan
  • Identify ways to coach and build capability of team members on Integrated Work System tools and processes


Specific Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (mechanical, electrical, industrial, etc.)
  • Experience in analyzing data and proficient in data driven platforms (i.e. Power BI, Tableau or any other relevant software)
  • Manufacturing Production experience and knowledge of processes and equipment.
  • Experience using Office 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.)
  • Can make decisions using independent judgment under time constraints with minimal direction when required
  • Demonstrate the ability to balance multiple priorities in a changing environment.
  • Can draw upon knowledge and experience to resolve problems, identify needs, and apply logic / deductive reasoning to develop and implement lasting solutions
  • Skills in strategic thinking, problem solving, troubleshooting, decision making, and organization.


Compensation and Benefits

Additional Information

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $80,800.00 - $118,750.00.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

About Altria Group, Inc

Altria’s companies have built some of the brands in the world – Marlboro, Copenhagen, Skoal, and Black &? Mild – that today are their respective categories.??? Altria Group owns three premier tobacco companies in the United States.? Philip Morris USA, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company, and John Middleton have positions in the cigarette, smokeless tobacco, and large machine-made cigar categories. Altria also has a substantial position in the alcohol business with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and economic interest in SABMiller plc?.

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Learn more about Altria Group, Inc
Size
6,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.4 billion
Founded
1985
5 Year Trend
+0.2%
Revenue
$26.1 billion
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