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Menasha Packaging Continuous Improvement Manager-R7071 in Lakeville, Minnesota
Executes lean vision, strategies and initiatives that deliver continuous improvement, culture transformation, waste reduction and/or cost savings.Collaborates with cross-functional leaders to establish continuous improvement initiatives to 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 & ExperienceBachelor's degree required.Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience required.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesKnowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product componentsKnowledge of methodologies, tools and techniques for designing, building and managing the manufacture of new productsKnowledge of the methodology and associated phases, activities and deliverables for the design of new products and the enhancement of existing products; ability to apply the methodology in diverse scenarios.Knowledge of the methodology and associated phases, activities and deliverables for manufacturing new or enhancing existing productsAbility to design, plan and execute testing strategies and tactics to ensure product quality at all stages of manufacturing.Knowledge and associated ability to apply technical, scientific and mathematical knowledge to design and implement materials, structures, machines, devices, systems and processes that safely realize a desired objective or invention.Other duties as assignedPhysical Requirements & Work EnvironmentPrimarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting with time also spent in an office setting.Frequent walking and standing required.Occasional travel required.The expected salary range for this position is $95,000 - $118,000 annually. This role is also eligible for an annual incentive plan and for a full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic term life, AD&D, Short- and Long-term disability; EAP; 401(k) retirement savings plan; PTO and paid holidays.#MPC#LI-CB1Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities