Plant Continuous Improvement Manager

The goal of this position is to demonstrate maximum efficiency within a manufacturing facility. As our manufacturing technology automation and opportunity for optimization increase we must transfer knowledge network and leverage best practices within our manufacturing sites as we continue to develop a Lean Management System to run our facilities as well as optimizing plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS).

• Bridge the gap between technical and operational teams executing a range of CI solutions that move operations beyond current state to the next level of efficiency.
• Manage the CI budget within the facility to ensure projects are returning maximum savings to the business by implementing cost saving projects utilizing both Lean and 6 Sigma methodologies.
• Drive the implementation of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS) within the facility.
• Develop a PEPS auditing strategy to ensure growth and sustainability of the program.
• Conduct weekly and monthly presentations to group leaders and continuous improvement leadership appraising overall site readiness levels and capabilities.
• Drive targeted sustainable improvement in Safety Quality Delivery and Cost.
• Develop a facility Continuous Improvement Strategy to include plan development schedules and budgets for projects to improve existing processes.
• Ensure adherence to Lean Methodology including Kaizen 5S Standard Work Daily Management Layered Audit Process and Business Plan development to eliminate waste.
• Has knowledge in the areas of: 5S SMED TPM VSM PDCA or equivalent A3 Problem Solving.
• Ensure all leadership team members are equipped with standard work and trained to operate with a multitude of technologies and business process changes.
• Oversee all training at all levels of staff in the PEPS methodology.
• Partner with Operating Unit Continuous Improvement Manager to ensure process improvement projects are completed timely and on budget.
• Improvement orientation and training: Provide training for teammates and ensures that the responsibilities are defined and understood and oversees the lean projects. Teach others to lead improvement efforts including training on effective tools for successful project leadership.
• Metrics Definition and Development: Establish metrics to monitor financial savings as compared to established goals and targets.
• Identify ongoing lean improvement: Identify training needs of all leadership team members. Assist with developing and implementing the required training.

• Bachelors degree in a field related to Business Engineering or Packaging Industry.
• 5 years of lean experience in various complex manufacturing environment; dedicated manufacturing Continuous Improvement experience preferred.
• Previous Supervisory or Management experience preferred.
• Experience with Six Sigma Lean Processes Automation and SAP strongly preferred.
• Project management skills are required; as they will often be required to work on several improvement projects simultaneously with very disparate groups of people within the organization.
• Must have Microsoft Office experience with advanced Excel Skills.
• Safety Demonstrates a safety first mindset in all situations.

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food beverage and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice restaurant delivery and carryout food processing grocery and retail and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe including two worldclass plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex our 20000 family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation religion creed age national origin physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity and/or expression marital status veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation pleasecallor email .

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Pactiv Evergreen is required by laws in many locations to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Pactiv Evergreen it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $92700$154500.

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