lean manager

Daniels Health

<div><div><b><i>About Daniels Health:</i></b></div><div>
At Daniels Health, our mission is simple but powerful &mdash; to make healthcare safer and more sustainable. As a global leader in reusable healthcare waste management systems, Daniels is redefining how healthcare facilities handle medical waste through innovation, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence.</div><div>
We don&rsquo;t just manage waste &mdash; we protect people, reduce environmental impact, and help our partners achieve safer, cleaner, and more efficient operations. The Continuous Improvement Manager plays a key role in advancing that mission by embedding a culture of efficiency, safety, and performance improvement throughout our operational network.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Position Overview:</i></b></div><div>
The Continuous Improvement Manager (CIM) will lead strategic and hands-on initiatives that drive efficiency, cost reduction, and process optimization across Daniels Health&rsquo;s U.S. operations &mdash; including plants and transfer stations.</div><div>
Based in Chicago, IL, this role partners closely with regional operations leadership, as well as local and national Maintenance and Engineering teams, to identify and execute practical, sustainable improvements that enhance operational performance.</div><div>
The CIM focuses on the practical application of Lean, continuous improvement, and industrial engineering principles, delivering measurable results in productivity, safety, quality, and cost efficiency while fostering a culture of collaboration, experimentation, and accountability.</div><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Key Responsibilities</i></b></div><div><b><i>
Continuous Improvement &amp; Operational Excellence:</i></b></div><ul><li>Identify and implement opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance across processing plants and transfer stations.</li><li>Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving methodologies to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and drive measurable cost savings.</li><li>Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and labor utilization reviews to identify bottlenecks, process constraints, and opportunities to rebalance work for improved throughput.</li><li>Develop and standardize best practices that improve reliability, reduce variability, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).</li><li>Support and lead site-level and national continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Daniels Health&rsquo;s operational goals.</li></ul><div>
Cost Reduction &amp; Financial Impact</div><ul><li>Partner with regional and site leadership to identify cost-reduction opportunities in labor, materials, logistics, and maintenance.</li><li>Drive initiatives that lower operational expenses through improved process efficiency, waste minimization, and resource optimization.</li><li>Quantify and track the financial impact of all CI projects, providing regular reporting to leadership on savings achieved and ROI.</li><li>Collaborate with finance and operations teams to integrate cost improvement metrics into site KPIs and performance dashboards.</li></ul><div>
Collaboration &amp; Influence</div><ul><li>Work through regional operations leadership to prioritize and execute improvement initiatives that align with regional and national objectives.</li><li>Influence and engage individuals at all organizational levels &mdash; from frontline team members to senior leaders &mdash; to participate in ideation, active problem-solving, prioritization, solution development, testing, and full-scale deployment.</li><li>Serve as a trusted facilitator and coach, guiding teams through structured improvement processes and ensuring strong engagement and ownership of outcomes.</li><li>Communicate progress, learnings, and successes across the organization to build awareness and sustain a continuous improvement mindset.</li></ul><div>
Hands-On Plant Floor Engagement</div><ul><li>Maintain a strong and visible presence on the plant floor, working directly with operations teams to identify and implement process improvements.</li><li>Perform Gemba walks, time and motion studies, and process observations to validate performance data and identify opportunities to improve flow and balance workloads.</li><li>Apply Lean tools such as 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, and Value Stream Mapping to drive daily improvements and embed continuous improvement behaviors across all levels.</li></ul><div>
Maintenance &amp; Engineering Partnership</div><ul><li>Collaborate with local and national Maintenance and Engineering teams to improve equipment performance, reduce downtime, and enhance asset utilization.</li><li>Support process design improvements, automation projects, and infrastructure optimization initiatives that reduce costs and increase throughput.</li><li>Contribute to the development of preventative maintenance programs that improve reliability and operational efficiency.</li></ul><div>
Training &amp; Capability Building</div><ul><li>Coach and train site teams on Lean principles, structured problem-solving, and root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., PDCA, DMAIC, DFSS, 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).</li><li>Promote a culture of experimentation and validation, encouraging teams to test and analyze improvement hypotheses before full-scale deployment.</li><li>Facilitate hands-on workshops, Kaizen events, and A3 problem-solving sessions to strengthen analytical and practical skills.</li><li>Develop internal CI champions and sustainment mechanisms to ensure long-term success of initiatives.</li><li>Reinforce data-driven decision-making and evidence-based validation as standard practice for solution development and deployment.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Qualifications &amp; Experience</i></b></div><div><b><i>
Required:</i></b></div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in continuous improvement, process engineering, or operational excellence roles in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments.</li><li>Proven experience applying structured problem-solving approaches such as PDCA, DMAIC, DFSS, or 8D within a manufacturing or distribution setting.</li><li>Demonstrated success in implementing Lean or Six Sigma projects that delivered measurable cost savings.</li><li>Experience conducting time studies, process analysis, and workflow optimization.</li><li>Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.</li><li>Proven ability to lead change across multi-site or regional operations.</li><li>Comfortable with hands-on work in plant and transfer station environments.</li></ul><div>
Preferred:</div><ul><li>Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.</li><li>Experience in healthcare, environmental services, or other regulated industries.</li><li>Familiarity with ERP systems and analytics tools (e.g., SAP, Power BI, Tableau).</li><li>Experience collaborating with engineering and maintenance teams on process optimization projects.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Key Attributes for Success:</i></b></div><ul><li>Passionate about Daniels Health&rsquo;s mission of safety, sustainability, and innovation.</li><li>Hands-on, collaborative leader who thrives in plant environments and drives accountability through engagement.</li><li>Skilled influencer who can inspire participation, build trust, and align diverse teams around shared goals.</li><li>Strong foundation in industrial engineering, Lean principles, and structured problem-solving.</li><li>Bias for action &mdash; decisive, execution-focused, and able to move initiatives forward without &ldquo;analysis paralysis.&rdquo;</li><li>Analytical, data-driven problem solver who balances technical rigor with practical implementation.</li><li>Financially astute and focused on delivering measurable results.</li><li>Adaptable and proactive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><i><br>
Why Join Daniels Health?</i></b></div><ul><li>Purpose-driven impact: Make a tangible difference in healthcare safety and sustainability.</li><li>Growth opportunity: Play a pivotal role in shaping Daniels Health&rsquo;s U.S. operational excellence strategy.</li><li>Collaborative culture: Work with passionate, mission-aligned professionals.</li><li>Visible results: Drive measurable cost savings, efficiency gains, and process improvements that directly impact business performance.</li></ul>
<div><i>&ldquo;The pay range for this position is $101,169 to $125,221 base salary. Actual compensation within this range will depend on factors unique to each candidate, such as prior experience, skill, certifications, and work location. Pay variations by location reflect local conditions and differences in the cost of labor.
</i></div><div><i>At Daniels Health, we are committed to supporting our employees&rsquo; well-being, work-life balance, and career growth through a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible employees enjoy benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans with company match contributions, paid vacation and sick time, wellness resources, life insurance, and professional development opportunities.&rdquo;</i></div>
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We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</p></div>

Continuous Improvement Manager

GE HealthCare

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Based at our Madison, WI Manufacturing facility, this position will be responsible for leading Lean strategies for the Madison manufacturing site and driving efforts to create and improve business processes by utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, Engineering, and Digital Solutions. This leader will be critical to the continued growth of our culture and to our strategic roadmap as the site continues to strive to deliver on time for our customers, reduce waste in our processes, and improve product quality. The position will drive cultural transformation to deliver continuous improvement in key operational business metrics and adherence to Lean standards; coaching senior management, providing feedback, and driving a high level of accountability.
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At GE HealthCare, our machines, software, solutions, services, and people make a genuine difference to medical professionals and patients all over the world. That&rsquo;s because we never lose sight of what healthcare really needs&mdash;the human touch.<br>
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Essential Responsibilities</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Lead the execution of business vision and strategy; identify and resolve critical business process gaps and opportunities. Collaborate with functional leaders to develop strategic deployment planning as well as specific goals and priorities that drive Lean principles and concepts across the business. Responsible for creating and implementing short- and long-term plans for the site.</p></li><li><p>
Serve as a change agent by influencing, communicating, and institutionalizing a culture of simplification and standardization.</p></li><li><p>
Lead and ensure a Lean culture at the site which fosters employee engagement in Lean activities and broad understanding of Lean concepts and principles. Develop and coach Lean skills and competencies at all levels of the organization.</p></li><li><p>
Lead implementation of Lean actions which drive quality, safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.</p></li><li><p>
Direct Lean initiatives for the site, including developing site and team roadmaps, Kaizen planning, and related events. Ensure the successful deployment and application of Lean practices such as 5S and Standard Work in all areas.</p></li><li><p>
Implement tools to track improvements at the DMS board level.</p></li><li><p>
Leverage data analytics to drive informed decision-making across teams and all assets.</p></li><li><p>
Manage talent and performance, ensuring priorities align with business strategies, development objectives to grow skills and knowledge, and performance feedback.</p></li><li><p>
Drive EHS and Quality compliance, incorporating critical safety, quality, and environmental elements into projects and strategies.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Required Qualifications</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree + 4 years of experience, Associate&rsquo;s Degree + 6 years of experience or High School Diploma + 8 years of experience. Experience should be in an Industrial or manufacturing environment.</p></li><li><p>
Proven project and program management skills, including experience leading Kaizen and Lean projects.</p></li><li><p>
Proficient in Lean principles such as 3P concepts, Problem Solving (using PSP), DMS, VSM and similar.</p></li><li><p>
Staff leadership and management experience.</p></li><li><p>
Proven mentoring and coaching skills.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization. Strong oral and written communication skills in English.</p></li><li><p>
Advanced computer skills, primarily with MS Office software programs, i.e., Excel and PowerPoint.</p></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Desired Characteristics</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Master&rsquo;s degree</p></li><li><p>
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of 6 years of experience in Lean management, process improvement, or operational excellence roles.</p></li><li><p>
Proven track record of leading successful Lean transformations in large organizations, establishing a sustainable Lean culture, and driving significant improvements in quality, productivity, and cost reduction.</p></li><li><p>
Experience leading and developing a team consisting of technical roles.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
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We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
<p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information</b></h1><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>
GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p>While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Relocation Assistance Provided: </b>No</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Lean Manufacturing Leader

Schwan's

<p><strong>CJ Schwan's</strong>, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like <strong>Red Baron , Tony's , Big Daddy's , Villa Prima and Freschetta pizzas; bibigo , Pagoda Asian-style snacks</strong> and we can't forget <strong>Mrs. Smith's and Edwards pies</strong>!</p><p><strong>Our brand-new, 700,000-square-foot Asian-style food manufacturing facility in Sioux Falls, SD</strong>, is taking shape - and we're ramping up hiring for key roles. <strong>This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up.</strong> We're building a strong, experienced team ready to bring this new site to life and shape its future together. Relocation assistance available.<br><br><strong>Join Our Team as a Sr Continuous Improvement Manager!</strong></p><p><strong><b>Responsibilities:</b></strong></p><p><br>• Identify, prioritize, and drive top improvement opportunities, securing leadership alignment through data-backed insights.<br>• Lead the application of standard improvement methodologies, including Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and problem-solving techniques.<br>• Plan and implement major process and technology improvement projects in collaboration with engineering, operations, and R&D.<br>• Define operational targets, optimize BOMs and routings, and apply statistical analysis to ensure product quality and process efficiency.<br>• Lead or sponsor cross-functional teams on improvement initiatives, eliminating waste and non-value-added activities.<br>• Provide subject matter expertise to support planning and execution of continuous improvement projects across the organization.<br>• Train, develop, and mentor direct and indirect team members.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p><br>• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or manufacturing related field.<br>• 10+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ years leading teams in a manufacturing environment (food/beverage experience preferred).<br>• Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.<br>• Proficient in MS Office; experience with MS Project a plus.<br>• Knowledge of industrial processes, control systems, and basic statistical tools.<br>• Able to manage multiple projects independently, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines and budgets.<br>• Experienced in leading cross-functional improvement teams using facilitation, problem-solving, and project management skills.</p><p>Compensation and Benefits:<br>The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.<br>Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.<br><br>The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.</p><p></p><br><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?%2f%2bszOVVEypqK3aidIhg6jlJ4cDJZ0hwFe" width="0" height="0" />

Sr Continuous Improvement Manager

OrePac Building Products

<div><div><b>Job Title: </b>Continuous Improvement (CI) Supervisor</div><div><b>
Pay &amp; FSLA Status: </b>Competitive Compensation, D.O.E.; Salary exempt</div><div><b>
Regular Schedule &amp; Shift: </b>Monday &ndash; Friday; Day Shift</div><div><b>
Regular Weekly Hours: </b>Full-time/40 hours per week (overtime as needed)</div><div><b>
Paid Time Off (PTO): </b>80 hours accrued year 1; 120 hours accrued annually after year 1</div><div><b>
Paid Sick Time: </b>24 hours annually</div><div><b>
Management Position: </b>No</div><div><b>
Branch Location: Utah</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
POSITION SUMMARY:</b></div><p>
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Supervisor champions safety procedures and policies, leads the CI Program, ensures quality standards throughout operations (Quality Control), and provides systems support for WMS and BisTrack. Conducting branch audits and trainings, and providing operational support are essential to this position. This is a labor-intensive position that requires heavy lifting. Individuals are regularly on their feet throughout the day and may work at heights as required. Safety is a priority.</p><p>
OrePac Building Products seeks dynamic individuals who exemplify excellence in quality, trust, value, and service. Our ideal candidate for this position is a CI-minded and safety-focused leader with strong communication, problem solving, and analytical skills.</p><p><b>
COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS PACKAGE:</b></p><ul><li>
Competitive compensation, D.O.E. + opportunities for quarterly/annual performance bonuses based on branch/company/employee performance + annual reviews with opportunities for pay increases based on employee performance.</li><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance up to 70% paid by OrePac.</li><li>
FREE Informed Health Line and Health Advocates.</li><li>
Health Spending Account (HSA) available with up to $1,000 annual OrePac contribution.</li><li>
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.</li><li>
FREE Employee Assistance Program (EAP).</li><li>
FREE life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance.</li><li>
Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance available.</li><li>
Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness plans available.</li><li>
401K with up to 3.5% OrePac contribution.</li><li>
Paid time off (PTO) as specified above.</li><li>
Paid sick time as specified above.</li><li>
7 paid holidays annually.</li><li>
FREE gym membership.</li><li>
Employee discount.</li></ul><p><b>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><div><b>
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT:</b></div><ul><li>
Implement and audit maintenance of KPI Boards.</li><li>
Responsible for CI Program training. Audit events for accuracy and sustainability.</li><li>
Implement and audit production recap and current day production levels.</li><li>
Lead and audit daily team meetings.</li><li>
Work with team and operations leadership to analyze and resolve minor to moderate challenges, develop and implement improvements, and maintain a safe work environment.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
SAFETY:</b></div><ul><li>
Prepare and conduct monthly safety training sessions for all employees where relevant.</li><li>
Lead injury and incident inquiries, evaluations and reporting.</li><li>
Enforce and adhere to OrePac&rsquo;s policies, procedures, and safety program, as well as applicable state and federal laws.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
QUALITY CONTROL:</b></div><ul><li>
Responsible for employee training and audits of process, product, and acceptability of end products.</li><li>
Perform shop assessments and make recommendations for equipment, tools and man power.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
SYSTEMS SUPPORT (WMS, BISTRACK, MARKETPLACE):</b></div><ul><li>
Investigate, support, and resolve system errors.</li><li>
Conduct employee training on proper system processes focused on operational efficiency, inventory, and order entry accuracy.</li><li>
Document, in detail, systems process resolutions for training and compliance.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
OTHER:</b></div><ul><li>
Forklift duties may be assigned to this position. Any assigned forklift duties will first require taking and passing a forklift training course and obtaining a certificate. Forklift duties will include staging and/or stacking material neatly and safely, operating the forklift in a safe manner, filling the forklift with propane fuel, and regularly checking the forklift fluid levels.</li></ul><p><b>
REQUIRED SKILLS:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrated success in coaching and mentoring fellow employees or teammates to achieve developmental growth.</li><li>
Excellent problem solving/resolution skills, including the ability to problem solve minor to moderate challenges within the department utilizing the tools and resources available and escalate the matter to a manager when appropriate.</li><li>
Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills. Comfortability speaking in front of groups of people consisting of employees, customers, and/or members of leadership.</li><li>
Comfortability engaging and leading individual and team discussions and meetings. Ability to articulate direction and expectations to teammates in a clear and concise manner.</li><li>
Ability to re-prioritize as necessary throughout the day with minimal supervision and effectively communicate changes to the team. Must be flexible and ready to adapt within a fast-paced working environment while maintaining quality results and achieving operational goals.</li><li>
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English as it relates to the job and to the safety regulations.</li><li>
Ability to adhere to all facets of safety policies and procedures, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as designated by OrePac&rsquo;s safety program. Ability to perform all essential responsibilities of job in a safe manner.</li><li>
Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.</li><li>
Technological aptitude, including the ability to learn and understand Microsoft Office Suite, ERP Systems, and Marketplace.</li><li>
Ability to hold people and processes accountable.</li><li>
Strong analytical abilities for all types of data.</li></ul><p><b>
REQUIRED EDUCATION &amp; EXPERIENCE:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in any field (preferred).</li><li>
Any combination of education, training, or experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position will be accepted in place of the education and/or experience requirements listed for this role.</li></ul><p><b>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</b></p><ul><li>
Regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.</li><li>
Regularly required to see, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, the ability to adjust focus, and peripheral vision.</li><li>
Regularly use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.</li><li>
Regularly reach with hands and arms.</li><li>
Regularly lift/move/manipulate up to 60 pounds and occasionally required to team lift/move/manipulate up to 100 pounds.</li><li>
Regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods.</li><li>
Regularly steer, reach, and handle various materials or equipment if forklift operation duties are assigned to the position.</li><li>
Ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary.</li></ul><p><b>
WORK ENVIRONMENT:</b></p><ul><li>
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, however, while in the branch warehouses and shops, the noise is loud.</li><li>
The employee routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones.</li><li>
The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.</li><li>
The employee may work in high or precarious places.</li><li>
This role will travel up to 10% of a month to OrePac branches.</li></ul><p><b>
DRESS CODE:</b></p><ul><li>
All employees are expected to wear clothing appropriate for the nature of OrePac business and the type of work being performed. Clothing should be tasteful.</li></ul><p><b>
SAFETY DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Report all incidents and accidents to one&rsquo;s immediate supervisor immediately or within 24 hours.</li><li>
Maintain the work area in a safe and healthful condition.</li><li>
Report, and whenever possible correct, unsafe working conditions to branch leadership.</li><li>
Operate vehicles while in the course of employment in a safe and lawful manner.</li><li>
Provide assistance to reduce or eliminate workplace hazards.</li><li>
Comply with company drug testing policies and procedures.</li><li>
Comply with company Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) policies. OrePac will provide required PPE to employees.</li></ul><p><b>
OREPAC HISTORY &amp; CULTURE:</b></p><div>
Founded by the Hart family in 1977, OrePac is a family-owned and operated wholesale building materials supplier providing product, sales, and technology solutions to the shelter industry.</div><p>
At OrePac we value trust, integrity, and a dedication to excellence. That commitment can be found in the services we offer, the quality of the products we provide, and the way we treat our employees and customers. This dedication to our markets has enabled us to make a positive impact on the shelter industry and the communities we serve.</p><p>
Our vision is to create trusted partnerships by providing quality products and maintaining strong relationships through unmatched service, operations, and logistics. Our mission: Make Complicated Simple&trade;.</p><p><b>
LEGAL STATEMENTS:</b></p><div>
OrePac provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, OrePac complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.</div><p>
This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.</p><p>
Regularly scheduled workdays, hours, and shifts are described above. Shift availability may vary. Hours may need to be extended or adjusted at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the organization.</p><p>
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The required skills, education, experience, and physical demands listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><p>
The work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.</p><p>
OrePac supports a safe and drug-free workplace. OrePac may administer a pre-employment background check and/or drug-screen, as well as random and/or reasonable suspicion drug-screens during employment.</p><p>
Employees are required to perform safety duties and responsibilities in accordance with acceptable and safe work procedures. OrePac&rsquo;s safety policy requires the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated safety-sensitive areas while on OrePac property. OrePac employees who handle or deliver OrePac products while not on OrePac property are required to adhere to OrePac&rsquo;s safety policy and use the required PPE necessary for their specific role.</p><p>
The dress code described above is representative of what an employee must wear while performing the duties of this position. Individual branches may issue more specific guidelines than what is outlined below. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with religious beliefs, observances, or practices related to the dress code.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
For job applicants only. Recruiters, don't contact us regarding this or any other job posting.</b></p><p>
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Continuous Improvement Supervisor

Jade Textile

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   Drive the implementation of
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    Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen practices
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   across all production departments.
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   Analyze and evaluate production processes to identify improvement opportunities.
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   Lead and coordinate
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    cross-functional improvement projects
   </strong>
   to enhance quality, reduce downtime, and increase throughput.
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   Support standardization of processes, visual management systems, and best practice sharing.
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   Conduct
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    time &amp; motion studies
   </strong>
   , line balancing, and layout optimization activities.
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   Monitor performance metrics (KPIs) and report improvement results to management.
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   Train and coach team members on CI methodologies, problem-solving tools, and process analysis techniques.
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   Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and planning teams to ensure sustainability of implemented improvements.
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   Participate in cost reduction and efficiency improvement programs without compromising product quality or safety.
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   Qualifications:
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in industrial engineering, Production, or a related field.
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    7+ years of experience
   </strong>
   in process improvement, lean manufacturing, or production optimization, preferably in the textile or FMCG industry.
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   Proven track record of leading successful CI projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong knowledge of
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    Lean Tools
   </strong>
   (5S, VSM, SMED, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis).
  </li>
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   Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proficiency in MS Office, Power BI, and process mapping tools is a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   Certification in
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    Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
   </strong>
  </li>
 </ul>
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 </p>
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 </p>
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  <strong>
   What we are offer
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 </p>
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 </p>
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   Social, medical &amp; privet medical insurance.
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   Working hours from 8 am to 5pm including 1 hour break.
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   2 Days off
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   Hot Meal.
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   Transportation provided.
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 </ul>
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Continuous Improvement Sub Manager

National Foods Limited

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 At National Foods Limited, we are on a journey of growth and on building our most valuable assets which include our brands, financial strength, global presence, and our unbridled commitment to becoming a truly sustainable and a renowned company in the world.
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  Job Purpose
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 To drive NFL&rsquo;s commitment to continuous improvement and lean production practise across the manufacturing plants by identifying, designing, and implementing initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and adhere to company objectives and regulatory standards
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 <strong>
  Key Accountabilities &amp; Responsibilities
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  <br/>
 </strong>
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  <li>
   Implement practices of lean management methodologies across the manufacturing plant, ensuring they become an integral part of the manufacturing department's culture
  </li>
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   Define and document current processes of the plant, reporting to the Operational Excellence Manager to devise actionable strategies for future enhancement
  </li>
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   Manage process improvement projects, ensuring they align with the timeframes, manpower requirements, and budgets set by the Operational Excellence Manager
  </li>
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   Initiate, develop, and execute continuous improvement projects aimed at optimising processes and bolstering operational efficiency
  </li>
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   Assist the Process Engineer by conducting a detailed analysis of issues, recommending solutions underpinned by gathered metrics
  </li>
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   Assess the skill set of staff at the plant, and design tailored training sessions on industry best practices. Conduct engaging, hands-on interactive sessions to immerse staff in the best operational practices and lean management methodologies
  </li>
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   Facilitate and lead further training sessions, ensuring plant staff are well-equipped with the necessary knowledge
  </li>
  <li>
   Utilise established feedback loops to gather insights from training sessions, implementing the feedback into future sessions
  </li>
  <li>
   Conduct post-training evaluations to assess the effectiveness of the sessions, reinforcing topics to guarantee long-term retention amongst staff
  </li>
  <li>
   Maintain transparent communications and consistent follow-ups with both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring projects are implemented in a timely and efficient manner
  </li>
  <li>
   Analyse system deficiencies, liaising with the Plant Manager to recommend and implement changes for enhanced performance
  </li>
  <li>
   Keep updated on the latest developments in operational excellence to ensure NFL adopts best practices consistently
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   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
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  Minimum Qualifications &amp; Experience
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  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s/ Masters degree in relevant discipline with 4-6 years of experience
   <br/>
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  </li>
 </ul>
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  Location:
 </strong>
 Port Qasim Karachi
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 National Foods Limited provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, marital status, status with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Assistant Manager Operational Excellence

Virtucruit

Overview <p><b>Foreground is partnering with a prominent regional food manufacturer to appoint an Operations Excellence Manager to spearhead continuous improvement initiatives across the plants manufacturing and supply chain operations.</b></p> <p>This strategic role is designed for a seasoned operations leader who brings both analytical precision and a transformation mindset. The ideal candidate will be tasked with architecting and embedding a high-performance culture, driving operational maturity across functions, and ensuring scalable efficiency through data-driven decision-making, lean methodologies, and cross-functional alignment.</p> Key Objectives <ul> <li>Institutionalize a culture of excellence across the plant, grounded in structured problem-solving and measurable outcomes.</li> <li>Lead the design and execution of continuous improvement frameworks that elevate performance, enhance cost efficiency, and support long-term scalability.</li> <li>Serve as a strategic operations advisor to senior leadership, aligning improvement initiatives with broader business priorities and expansion plans.</li> </ul> Core Responsibilities <ul> <li>Design, lead, and sustain lean transformation programs across production, logistics, maintenance, and quality functions.</li> <li>Facilitate advanced root cause analyses and corrective action plans for systemic performance issues.</li> <li>Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to define operational KPIs, cascading targets through all plant levels.</li> <li>Develop internal training programs to uplift capability in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational analytics.</li> <li>Monitor progress of initiatives using structured governance routines and visual performance management tools.</li> <li>Act as an operational advisor during technology implementations, capacity expansion projects, and new product introductions, ensuring readiness and process stability.</li> <li>Foster internal alignment between business, operational, and quality objectives while reinforcing cost discipline and output reliability.</li> </ul> Candidate Profile <ul> <li>Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline; Masters degree preferred.</li> <li>Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial or food manufacturing, including 3+ years in a transformation or continuous improvement leadership role.</li> <li>Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher (Black Belt preferred).</li> <li>Demonstrated success leading large-scale process improvement or turnaround projects.</li> <li>Deep familiarity with operational excellence frameworks, TPM, and structured KPI systems.</li> <li>Exposure to international food safety regulations (HACCP, ISO 22000) is highly advantageous.</li> <li>Executive-level communication and stakeholder engagement skills.</li> </ul> Required Skills <ul> <li>Readiness</li> <li>Lean</li> <li>Six Sigma</li> <li>Driving</li> <li>Safety</li> <li>Regulations</li> <li>Output</li> <li>Operations</li> <li>Industrial Engineering</li> <li>Six Sigma</li> <li>Stakeholder Engagement</li> <li>Operational Excellence</li> <li>Logistics</li> <li>Food Safety</li> <li>ROOT</li> <li>Training Programs</li> <li>Process Improvement</li> <li>Scalability</li> <li>Operations Management</li> <li>Decision-Making</li> <li>Supply Reliability</li> <li>Performance Management</li> <li>Continuous Improvement Analytics</li> <li>Manufacturing Regulations</li> <li>Maintenance</li> <li>Design Engineering</li> <li>Business Leadership</li> <li>Training</li> <li>Communication Management</li> </ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?cfX0j3ddO%2bo5XbFKruQMfvxtKOKG%2bfHKh" width="0" height="0" />

Operations Excellence Manager

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