Smithfield
manufacturing
ContinuousImprovementProjectManager
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“Continuous Improvement Project Manager at Smithfield. Skills: process improvement, project management, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing. Lead process improvement initiative across the organization. Facilitate the definition of sustainability measures”
What You'll Achieve.
drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements; reduce costs; drive change; realize cost savings; attain product quality, efficiency, and process repeatability
Industry & Context.
problem solving; analytical reasoning; root cause analysis
Must be able to travel up to 50-75% of the time.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 5+ years’ relevant or equivalent combination of education and experience, required., Minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required., Demonstrated ability to use Continuous Improvement methods to reduce costs and manage projects., Demonstrated ability to identify and implement continuous improvement plans, lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S, value stream mapping, statistical analysis to drive change., Demonstrated ability to train in person and via Teams effectively as well as present technical knowledge effectively., Demonstrated understanding of Continuous Improvement and lean manufacturing principles., Demonstrated ability to transfer CI knowledge to less experienced CI Specialists as well as plant operations personnel, both hourly and salary, Demonstrated ability in developing high performing hourly teams and coaching salary personnel in mentoring and developing high performing work teams., Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced level knowledge of Excel., Capability to learn and train others on new technology, Demonstrated planning, time management, organization, and execution skills., Can work independently - without direct oversight, self motivated with high level of personal accountability., Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability., Strategic thinking skills, and the ability to effectively translate strategy into operating methodology and results., interpersonal and technical skills., Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment., Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building working relationships and a positive work environment.
Nice to Have
Five plus years of experience leading continuous improvement projects in manufacturing, maintenance, supply chain, distribution or engineering leadership role, preferred., Knowledge of SAP is preferred.
What You'll Do.
Lead process improvement initiative across the organization
Facilitate the definition of sustainability measures
Identify industry and company best practices
Lead or participate in planning and implementation of projects
Manage project within budget
and resource allocation.
Coordinates and completes testing
advanced data collection
Evaluates plant efficiencies and drives cost savings
Supports special projects and duties as assigned
Lead Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping Events.
Conducts problem solving activities
Participate in reviewing proposed enhancements
Embrace and sustain all M-IQ
Manufacturing Intelligence lean transformation process
Establish and develop systems which reinforce data-based decisions
Acts as a change agent to identify and drive continuous improvement projects
Will provide weekly reports and conduct periodic presentations
Coaches management in tactical execution of strategic plans.
Optimize manufacturing processes to attain product quality
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Works across the organization to ensure consistent approach; building working relationships
Communication Scope
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Process & Methodology
project management, resource planning, budget management, timeline management, resource allocation, planning, time management, organization, execution skills
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** **YOUR OPPORTUNITY** _The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section._ The Continuous Improvement Project Manager supports and completes special projects for the M-IQ, Manufacturing Intelligence lean transformation, process. The Continuous Improvement Project Manager works with the project management team and relevant Continuous Improvement team members to develop and deploy technology initiatives. All responsibilities support the improvement of Smithfield’s manufacturing improvement plan. ## **CORE RESPONSIBILITIES** _Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:_ * Lead process improvement initiative across the organization to develop solutions that drive safety, quality, and efficiency improvements. * Facilitate the definition of sustainability measures, project goals, resource needs, and customer and stakeholder requirements * Identify industry and company best practices to drive opportunities for improvement and stay current with process improvement methodologies and technology driven initiatives * Lead or participate in planning and implementation of projects including new process start ups, process improvements, data gathering, process documentation creation, leading development
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