Continuous Improvement Manager

Posted: Thursday, 14 August 2025
Valid Thru: Saturday, 13 September 2025
Index Requested on: 08/14/2025 14:33:36
Indexed on: 08/14/2025 14:33:36

Location: Ruffs Dale, PA, 15679, US

Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
Occupational Category: 51-0000.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Menasha Packaging is hiring!

Description:

Essential Job Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumb ent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-i nclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Executes lean vision, strategies and initiatives that deliver continuous improvement, culture transformation, waste reduction and/or cost savings
  • Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to identify continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational excellence and/or customer satisfaction
  • Works directly with key stakeholders to coordinate and lead improvement initiatives resulting in quality, throughput, cost savings and/or margin enhancement opportunities
  • Facilitates and coordinates Kaizen blitz activities
  • Develops lean tracking tools, communication cadences, monitor results and report progress to key stakeholders
  • Assists in the development and implementation of capital projects, including equipment feasibility studies, working with key stakeholders
  • Facilitates lean training and guidance, including effective use of lean tools, for key stakeholders
  • Interacts with key stakeholders to provide technical support, explore new business opportunities, and/or resolve order problems or complaints
  • Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications


Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree required-Engineering, Business or related field preferred
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience required
  • Relevant experience will include experience driving tangible improvements to the quality and profitability of operations in a lean manufacturing environment
  • Certification in Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodologies is a plus


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Ability to travel between Philadelphia, PA and Yukon, PA as well as other business locations as needed
  • Knowledge of A3 problem-solving methodology
  • Ability to promote and manage positive change at various operational levels
  • Ability to proactively and independently identify opportunities for improvement
  • Ability to collaboratively plan projects and manage project resources
  • Skilled in facilitating Kaizen events
  • Ability to maintain stakeholder buy-in required to drive projects to completion
  • Ability to calculate project ROI, including both hard and soft savings
  • Knowledge of corrugate manufacturing is a plus

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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