Continuous Improvement Manager

* Competitive salary with bonus opportunities* 100% employer-paid medical premiums for associates and families* Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling benefits* 401K with company match* Company-paid Life Insurance* Tuition reimbursement assistance* Continuous learning opportunities* Robust parental leave program* Care Relief Fund to help associates in need* Associate Assistance Program* Paid volunteer time* Competitive salary with bonus opportunities for various roles* 100% employer paid medical premium for our associates and their families* Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling benefits* 401K with a company match* Company paid Life Insurance* Tuition reimbursement assistance* Continuous learning opportunities through various platforms and resources* A robust parental leave program* Care Relief Fund to help Associates in need* Associate Assistance Program* Paid volunteer time* Build a culture of Continuous Improvement through meaningful relationships, coaching leaders and frontline teams in CI behaviors and tools to improve ownership and performance.* Lead the development and execution of the site’s Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy aligned with business goals for safety, quality, service, and cost.* Serve as the site champion for Lean, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies.* Partner with Site Leadership to identify operational performance gaps and prioritize and execute improvement initiatives.* Lead and coordinate CI initiatives site wide. Including LSS Projects, Kaizens, and other structured problem solving.* Manage project timelines and proactively identify solutions in a timely manner.* Own CI Processes, Tools, and Technology, including improvements, training, and effectiveness.* Track and report CI performance metrics, including engagement, OEE, and project benefits.* Present CI progress to site leadership and corporate stakeholders.* Coach and develop direct report team to ensure site success through CI initiatives.* This position has food Safety Responsibilities.* Upholds and demonstrates leadership in all Corporate* Responsibility programming including recycling, social advocacy and MMAD volunteering opportunities.* Perform other duties as assigned.* Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Management or related field required.* 5-10 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment is required (Green Belt preferred)* Minimum of 3 years' experience leading CI Projects in a CPG environment* To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of internet software and MS Office Suite and full knowledge of Lean Concepts.As a **Platinum-Certified Zero Waste Manufacturer**, we lead with purpose — **protecting the planet**, uplifting people, and giving back through our **1% Profit Pledge**. Our mission is simple: **spark joy every day**.If you're passionate about **purpose-driven work** and want to be part of a company that values **people, innovation, and impact**, we invite you to **explore opportunities with us**. #J-18808-Ljbffr