Looking for a new role as a Blount Fine Foods in McKinney, TX? This Full-time position is perfect for professionals in the Food and Beverage Manufacturing sector. Gain hands-on experience in the Management and Manufacturing department, where you’ll be at the forefront of exciting projects and innovation.
Why This Job Is Great for You:
- Employee Rating: Rated 4.8/5 by employees — get a sense of the company culture!
- Job Level: This role is ideal for professionals at the Mid-Senior level Level Job.
- Posted: Posted 14 hours ago, this role is still accepting applications. Act fast and apply today!
This opportunity offers valuable experience in the Management and Manufacturing department and will help you advance your career in the dynamic world of Food and Beverage Manufacturing.
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“Blount Fine Foods” Company Job Details
- Company Name: Blount Fine Foods
- Work Type: Full-time
- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- Location: McKinney, TX
- Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
- Department: Management and Manufacturing
- Experience Level: Mid-Senior level
- Job Creation Duration: 14 hours ago
Job Details of Continuous Improvement (Ci) Engineer
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer is responsible for the implementation and leading the integration of continuous improvement programs for products, processes, people, and equipment system in the plant. The ideal candidate will have lean six sigma knowledge and experience, strong background in manufacturing, a proven track record of implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Pillars and continuous improvement methodologies, and excellent leadership skills to drive culture and initiatives. This role will report to the Sr. Director of Manufacturing and will work closely with Department Leaders in planning, coordination, analysis, and improvement of overall manufacturing processes.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Identify, analyze, and eliminate operational efficiency losses through the development of standards and systems. Implement methodologies to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) for manufacturing lines.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) program plant wide and drive recommendations to completion, specifically in the areas of but not limited to: Safety, Product Safety and Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Unplanned Downtime, and Product/Material Losses. Train and coach team members as needed. Track RCAs for completion and communicate with team members regularly.
- Drive structured process improvement initiatives to reduce/eliminate product waste (finished goods, raw materials, packaging).
- Lead and coordinate Plant-wide comprehensive Process Improvement plan and project portfolios in the areas of safety, quality, service, operational efficiency, and cost reduction.
- Facilitate, track, and communicate improvement results by reviewing regularly with the Team members, area owners and the leadership team.
- Lead the Centerline System management, including its development, maintenance and leading management of change (MOC) initiatives.
- Responsible for changeover activities including standard target setting, and leading successful efforts to reduce changeover time.
- Analyze production times, work force utilization, workflow, space requirements, and design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Initiate cost reduction projects to reduce operating costs.
**Education and/or Experience**
- Bachelors degree is required, Preferably in Engineering, Business, Operations Management or related discipline.
- Green Belt Certification required; Black belt certification preferred.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
- Minimum of 2+ years CI experience leading focused and rapid improvement projects. Proven record of leading transformative projects required.
- Experience with TPM Pillars.
- Working knowledge of Industry/business principles and practices.