Continuous Improvement Specialist

At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.

This position is responsible for coordinating Process Improvement initiatives across the manufacturing plant by utilizing the Management Operating System (MOS) model. The role will take responsibility for coaching, training, communications, base lining, identifying and transferring best practice internally and externally. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

How you will make contributions that matter...

• Design, drive and perform operational analysis of processes;

• Partner with process owners to identify and leverage best practices to achieve maximum results to eliminate waste/cost of poor performance and deliver sustainable and repeatable change;

• Track, Measure and Report OEE trend data;

• Coach and champion functions to identify and implement opportunities to improve program and process effectiveness;

• Champion and facilitate efficiency and waste minimization projects and initiatives;

• Plan, develop and coordinate training in Process Improvement methodology;

• Provide CI/technical direction/guidance/training to team members;

• Share best practices within the facility and other locations;

• Adhere to the Saputo Code of Ethics and actively apply the Saputo Values;

• Work together professionally in a team environment with coworkers and other department personnel;

• Support other departments as needed and perform other duties as required by management.

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Bachelor of Science degree in Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management or similar concentration or 3- years plant manufacturing or process improvement experience with a certification in Lean Management Principals or combination of education and experience.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Adaptable and flexible to changing needs of the facility to include support on all shifts.

• Advanced PC skills to include proficiency in MS applications, ability to create advanced spreadsheets.

• Self-motivated and driven to see projects through to completion.

• Excellent recordkeeping and documentation skills.

• Ability to multi task and prioritize the needs of the facility.

• Function as facility Process Improvement champion regarding tasks, projects and operations.

• Ability to work independently.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance you career fulfillment.

• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family.

• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products.

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Salary Range- $70,050- $91,950

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

Saputo is among the top three cheese producers in the USA and one of the largest producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products. We have a diversified product portfolio with well-known retail brands, such as Friendship Dairies, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella and Treasure Cave, and a strong foodservice presence, partnering with chain restaurants and broadline distributors. Thanks to our countrywide footprint and national and international distribution networks, we're proud to bring our best to our customers and, consumers and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in the USA, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/usa-sector)

Join the Saputo Dairy USA team to make your contributions matter every day!

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