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Career Opportunity:
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader plays a key role in building a sustainable culture of employee engagement in continuous improvement. This position will act as a change agent to elevate levels of plant performance and deliver high impact results. The CI Leader functions as a member of the site leadership team and is responsible for all operational excellence and world-class manufacturing activities. This role serves as a site resource to drive local CI improvement. The role may also liaison with divisional and site resources to execute productivity strategies and ensure CI activities are aligned with business goals related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Service, and People. Success in this role requires a leader who can effectively drive change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment utilizing continuous improvement methodologies and tools. Sample responsibilities include identifying / prioritizing improvement activities, tracking financial progress, and coaching / mentoring project leaders and teams. The ability to influence and lead others is key to success.
How You Will Impact Smurfit Westrock:
* The CI Leader is responsible for helping drive business results including productivity by leveraging continuous improvement systems, processes, and tools. She/he will help support the deployment of the standard Smurfit Westrock Operating System and build a sustainable culture of employee engagement in continuous improvement. Specific responsibilities Include:
* Partner with site leaders to ensure site CI priorities are aligned with overall business strategy and goals.
* Leverage a zero-loss mindset to identify and prioritize areas of improvement.
* Deliver value by both leading and supporting the focused execution of CI projects.
* Manage the local pipeline of improvement projects aligned to productivity targets.
* Work with site leaders to prioritize and assign resources to ensure project success.
* Build capability in others through coaching and mentoring project leaders and teams.
* Support implementation of enterprise initiatives including Daily Management System, Problem-Solving Practices, and Reliability Excellence.
* Coordinate regular progress reviews of CI projects with project leaders and site leadership.
* Function as a liaison to the divisional Operational Excellence team.
* Tracking and reporting of results including cost / productivity benefits.
* Ensuring all projects and savings are properly documented in the WestRock productivity tracker.
* Sharing best practices within and outside of the site.
* Supporting the enterprise Learning & Development framework, processes, and tools in partnership with the operations and support of technical floor trainers.
What You Need to Succeed:
* Bacheloru2019s or Associate degree in a technical field preferred but not required.
* Prior experience in a manufacturing role is required. Paper and packaging experience is a plus.
* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred but not required. Will be required to complete WestRock Yellow Belt and Green Belt training within 6 months of hire and become certified within 18 months.
* Knowledge and skill of continuous improvement tools including structured problem-solving methodology
* Experience with leading team-based process improvement projects for manufacturing applications with proven results.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Ability to lead and influence to drive positive change
* Demonstrated ability to coach, teach, and mentor others
What We Offer:
* Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
* A generous benefits package starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k match, paid time off
* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
* A career with a global packaging company where sustainability, safety and inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Continuous Improvement Manager
Description:
**Position Title:**
Continuous Improvement Manager
**Pay Rate** :
$101,000 - $34,600
_Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. Variable pay may provide additional opportunities for financial awards. This job is eligible to participate in IP's annual and long-term incentive plans._
**Category/Shift** :
Salaried Full-Time
**Physical Location:**
Lithonia, GA
**The Job You Will Perform:**
+ Responsible for successfully establishing an operating environment that embraces the continuous improvement process. The CIM is also responsible for leading the facility efforts in quality through management of all quality systems, and facilitation of the plant safety committee and initiatives.
+ Work with supervisors and operating teams to understand and improve manufacturing and quality systems, while emphasizing use of manufacturing reliability tools to accomplish operating objectives.
+ Provide support by leading the plant safety team. Also, support safety initiatives such as safety audits, incident investigations and safety orientation for new hires. Must understand OHSA/EPA regulations.
+ Manage internal auditing processes.
+ Monitor Tracking Incidents and Credits System status and reporting.
+ Actively participate in the New Item process, as well as Customer audits and communication. Maintain knowledge of customer specific quality testing, expectations, and requirements.
**The Skills You Will Bring:**
+ Bachelor's degree required.
+ 3-5 years' experience manufacturing experience; preferably in a corrugated or converting environment.
+ Demonstrated knowledge and experience in developing, implementing and managing high performance work systems and teams
+ Knowledge of and compliance with local and corporate policies
+ Process Management
+ Drive for Results
+ Building Effective Teams
+ Command Skills
+ Customer Focus
+ Managing through Systems
+ Problem Solving
+ Business Acumen
**The Benefits You Will Enjoy:**
International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.
**The Career You Will Build:**
Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company
**The Impact You Will Make:**
We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 120 years. Join our team and you'll see why our team members say they're **Proud to be IP** .
**The Culture You Will Experience:**
International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.
**The Company You Will Join:**
International Paper (NYSE: IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2022 were 21.2 billion. Additional information can be found by visiting InternationalPaper.com.
_International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact_ _or (877) 973-3919_
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Lithonia, GA, US, 30058
Category: Manufacturing
Date: Aug 18, 2025
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Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager at our South Bend, IN facility! This is an onsite position. The role is open to relocation throughout the United States, for those interested in moving to South Bend, IN.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $93750.03 - $137500.04 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
**What you'll do:**
The South Bend plant is a part of Eaton's Industrial Sector and produces forgings in support of the Mobility Group North America Division. The facility is an integral part of the division's growth and operational platforms worldwide. This position reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of CI within the South Bend facility.
The Continuous Improvement Manager will spearhead efforts to elevate organizational efficiency and effectiveness by driving and managing continuous improvement initiatives and projects. This role involves pinpointing areas for enhancement, conducting thorough process analyses, devising strategies to streamline workflows, minimize waste, and boost overall performance using lean methodologies. As a catalyst for change, the manager will leverage project successes, training initiatives, Kaizen events, data analytics, and leadership acumen to achieve impactful results.
- **Champion Kaizen/Rapid Improvement Events:** Lead transformative events that drive substantial improvements across the South Bend facility.
- **Master Eaton Continuous Improvement Systems/Tools:** Utilize Eaton Continuous Improvement Systems (ECIS) tools to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- **Craft the CI Roadmap:** Develop and implement a comprehensive continuous improvement roadmap tailored to the South Bend manufacturing environment.
- **Train and Empower:** Serve as the ECIS tool expert, training and empowering team members to effectively utilize these tools.
- **Lead ECIS Deployment:** Oversee the deployment and assessments of ECIS, ensuring successful implementation and integration.
- **Communicate Progress:** Provide regular updates on continuous improvement status to the plant manager and staff, highlighting achievements and progress.
- **Engage and Inspire:** Actively involve employees in continuous improvement events, the Ideas Program, and 5S initiatives, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- **Support Operational Excellence:** Collaborate with other areas of Operational Excellence, including EHS and EQMS, to drive comprehensive improvements.
- **Strategic Leadership:** Serve as a key member of the South Bend Leadership team, contributing to strategy, direction, and continuous improvement efforts.
- **Dynamic Leadership Role:** Ideal for a proactive leader who excels in making a tangible impact in a manufacturing environment and driving positive change.
**Qualifications:**
**Required Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
+ Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing / continuous improvement experience
+ Minimum of 1 year experience leading project teams
+ Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without company sponsorship.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, or other engineering degree from an accredited institution
+ Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
+ Continuous Improvement (CI) Certifications
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Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here ( for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

We're looking for a **Continuous Improvement Manager** to join our largest food manufacturing plant located in Russellville, Arkansas.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to lead continuous improvement at a large food manufacturing facility. As the **Continuous Improvement Manager** , reporting to the Plant Manager at Conagra's largest frozen food manufacturing plant, you'll drive transformative changes in a nonstop environment. Your mission will be to lead and implement initiatives, ensuring our operations run more efficiently and effectively. By leveraging tools, systems, and methodologies, you'll achieve targeted improvements and foster a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence. Join us to shape the future of our manufacturing operations and lead a dynamic team in promoting sustainable performance enhancements.
**What you'll do:**
+ Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
+ Analyze production processes to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to optimize performance.
+ Collaborate with teams to lead process improvements and ensure understanding of business goals.
+ Monitor KPIs and use data-driven insights to guide decision-making.
+ Facilitate training and development programs to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
+ Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
+ Manage projects aimed at reducing waste, improving quality, and increasing throughput.
+ Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to improve operations.
+ Partner with the plant team to establish a zero-loss manufacturing culture and promote sustainable performance improvements.
+ Lead and engage team members, providing guidance, coaching, and development for direct reports.
+ Provide direction and expertise for Conagra Performance Systems (CPS) and other continuous improvement tools.
+ Prepare annual targets for continuous improvement and help prepare the Site Master Plan, Performance Improvement Plans, Capital Plan, and Financial Plans.
**What you'll need:**
+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business, Management, or a related field.
+ 5+ years of experience manufacturing operations management, including food processing and high-speed packaging, within a Continuous Improvement environment (HPWS/TPM/CPS, Lean Manufacturing, etc.). You must be comfortable working in a large, high-speed, 24/7 food manufacturing facility.
+ Lead teams by promoting collaboration, solving problems, and bringing departments together.
+ Experience leading cross-functional teams, conducting root-cause analysis, collecting data, and solving problems using key HPWS, TPM, and CPS concepts.
+ Working knowledge of production equipment and systems, including maintenance activities.
+ We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.
**Physical Demands:**
+ Work in a manufacturing environment with hot or cold areas, slippery surfaces, and the need to climb ladders and stairs. Exposure to all food allergens.
Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. We will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation ( **that's 9%** )!
Relocation assistance is available for this position.
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#LI-MSL
**Compensation:**
Pay Range:$107,000-$156,000
_The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees._
**Our Benefits:**
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
+ Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
+ Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
+ Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
+ Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities
**Our Company:**
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions - within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye ®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

This position pays between $90,000 to $150,000 depending on experience.
**FreshRealm**
At FreshRealm, we aspire to be the most optimized fresh meals solutions platform in the world. Fresh meals are our focus, and we are passionate about transforming this rapidly growing category, bringing fresh to everyone, every day, everywhere.
FreshRealm develops, sources, commercializes and assembles fresh meals, including meal kits, ready-to-heat and ready-to-cook offerings. We partner with leading direct-to-consumer brands, national grocers, and top convenience, club, and food service companies to deliver the very best meals to their customers. Our customer's success is our success.
If you are a growth-minded leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment at a company transforming an industry, FreshRealm is the perfect fit for you.
**General Job Description**
The FreshRealm Business System (RBS) will be an integral part of the way we run our manufacturing sites & functional areas and serve every customer, every day, everywhere _._ Under the direction of the Vice President RBS, this role has a mission to focus on creating, supporting and assisting the improvement efforts tied to the company's most critical business processes. Primary areas of focus will be the improvement within of our manufacturing site. Deep analyzing of processes, diagnosing operational challenges, and implementing process and system changes to drive continuous improvement and breakthrough performance.
Our operating model's goal is to positively impact our results and culture by establishing standards, institutionalizing daily management processes, adopting consistent problem solving methods and learning by doing. As part of the RBS program of Lean Management, the candidate will build an action plan to implement tools, identify opportunities and launch processes at the site level. In addition, this role will develop the kaizen and project funnel prioritizations for the sites he/she is responsible for and ultimately is part of the team that defines the lean culture and activities/change management programs to embed in the organization.
The candidate will drive implementation of the RBS including daily management, metrics, and problem solving cadence. He/she will work with the sites to address KPI's and alignment to CVD (core value drivers) implementing lean tools and training programs to enable problem solving/action planning. This position will also drive the implementation of lean principles and practices, serve as a benchmark for FreshRealm's achievements, and ensure a common roadmap for continuous improvement and workforce development.
**Major Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Assist site and functional leadership in the development of an RBS Roadmap (i.e., how to use the RBS tools to drive sustainable improvement into all parts of our business and making it a way of life). Be an integral part of FreshRealm's team that designs and creates the infrastructure to make the RBS a benchmark in the industry.
+ Lead, facilitate and co-facilitate targeted, kaizen events, improvement workshops and projects that are tied to our Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive significant sustainable business results across the organization by leveraging Lean tools, people skills, and change management processes. Ensure successful kaizen events by installing and ensuring compliance to the kaizen process (includes; (1) planning of kaizens through a funnel process tied to GD, KPIs, and business needs, (2) kaizen execution and (3) sustainment of kaizens)
+ Work closely with cross functional teams to proactively identify gaps and systematic opportunities for improvement (OFI) for the assigned plant and define and drive them through to completion as effectively and quickly as possible utilizing lean toolsets.
+ Partner with all functions at the site to identify and create world class processes throughout the organization and define process capabilities, assess gaps and develop gap closure plans.
+ Train and lead effective problem solving methods from plant leadership to line associates.
+ Build and deliver breakthrough levels of improvement in process capability, reengineer business processes to reduce cost and increase productivity, and attain world-class levels of quality.
+ Define and implement process improvements on key initiatives that result in significant improvements in service delivery, increasing organizational effectiveness.
+ Mentor, influence and develop potential lean practitioner candidates through their Kaizen events and projects driving business change
+ Engage the plant team in setting specific goals around Lean initiatives. This includes working with leadership to drive lean daily management in key areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People.
+ Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of the Business System tools (Lean Six Sigma tools).
+ Identify and share best practices across the organization; incorporate benchmarks and best practices from other FreshRealm locations.
+ Partner with Finance to incorporate kaizen and project savings into long-range financial plans and operating budgets.
**Skills and Requirements**
+ Prior experience with deploying lean methods in operations and functions.
+ Experience leading and developing training, processes and systems using kaizens, Problem solving, X Matrix, daily management and lean toolsets.
+ Ability to create, lead, manage, and coordinate multiple kaizens and projects simultaneously
+ Ability to work both as a member of a team, a team leader or as a Kaizen event leader
+ Led and participated in developing and managing KPIs preferred.
+ Very customer focused with a strong ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization from senior site management to hourly employees.
+ Active, aggressive, externally focused and future-oriented
+ Independent worker, capable of operating in a fast-moving, ever changing environment and able to effectively deal with difficult situations.
+ Possess strong functional experience and commercial business acumen
+ Excellent training, consulting and change management skills
+ Keen listener, open-minded, and have strong interpersonal skills and the intellectual horsepower to establish deep relationships all levels
+ Quick study who can rapidly adapt to FreshRealm's culture and gain the confidence of the organization.
+ Visibly demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong personal ownership to business performance
+ Hands-on and detail-oriented but also able to see the big picture.
+ Great interpersonal skills, ability to build effective relationships, collaborate productively with others and drive teams to successful outcomes.
**Experience / Education**
+ 7+ years of relevant business experience
+ Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related discipline. MBA is a plus.
+ Manufacturing sector with directly related experience in a business to business environment.
+ High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, ERP System(s),
+ Green Belt or higher certification preferred
+ Project Management (PMP) certification preferred
+ Food manufacturing experience preferred
**What We Offer**
+ Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance.
+ 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
+ Life and ADD insurance
+ Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company
+ Time away from work
**Our Values at Work**
We believe that **ACTIONS** speak louder than words and our company values align to those **ACTIONS.**
**In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like:**
+ **ACCOUNTABILITY:** Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
+ **CURIOSITY** : Collaborate with others and explore different perspectives when accomplishing a task or solving a problem Set learning goals for yourself and your team, and have a growth mindset: read books, subscribe to magazines, listen to podcasts, ask for recommendations, etc., on how to grow professionally and personally Don't slap a band-aid on a problem - dig deep and determine the root cause of an issue
+ **TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY:** Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
+ **INNOVATION** : Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
+ **OBJECTIVENESS** : Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
+ **NIMBLENESS** : Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of current strategies and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
+ **SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS:** Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you're on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you're providing the best experience and service to our consumers
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
**Job Details**
**Job Family** **zzz_Corporate**
**Job Function** **Manager**
**Pay Type** **Salary**

This position pays between $90,000 to $150,000 depending on experience.
**FreshRealm**
At FreshRealm, we aspire to be the most optimized fresh meals solutions platform in the world. Fresh meals are our focus, and we are passionate about transforming this rapidly growing category, bringing fresh to everyone, every day, everywhere.
FreshRealm develops, sources, commercializes and assembles fresh meals, including meal kits, ready-to-heat and ready-to-cook offerings. We partner with leading direct-to-consumer brands, national grocers, and top convenience, club, and food service companies to deliver the very best meals to their customers. Our customer's success is our success.
If you are a growth-minded leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment at a company transforming an industry, FreshRealm is the perfect fit for you.
**General Job Description**
The FreshRealm Business System (RBS) will be an integral part of the way we run our manufacturing sites & functional areas and serve every customer, every day, everywhere _._ Under the direction of the Vice President RBS, this role has a mission to focus on creating, supporting and assisting the improvement efforts tied to the company's most critical business processes. Primary areas of focus will be the improvement within of our manufacturing site. Deep analyzing of processes, diagnosing operational challenges, and implementing process and system changes to drive continuous improvement and breakthrough performance.
Our operating model's goal is to positively impact our results and culture by establishing standards, institutionalizing daily management processes, adopting consistent problem solving methods and learning by doing. As part of the RBS program of Lean Management, the candidate will build an action plan to implement tools, identify opportunities and launch processes at the site level. In addition, this role will develop the kaizen and project funnel prioritizations for the sites he/she is responsible for and ultimately is part of the team that defines the lean culture and activities/change management programs to embed in the organization.
The candidate will drive implementation of the RBS including daily management, metrics, and problem solving cadence. He/she will work with the sites to address KPI's and alignment to CVD (core value drivers) implementing lean tools and training programs to enable problem solving/action planning. This position will also drive the implementation of lean principles and practices, serve as a benchmark for FreshRealm's achievements, and ensure a common roadmap for continuous improvement and workforce development.
**Major Duties and Responsibilities**
+ Assist site and functional leadership in the development of an RBS Roadmap (i.e., how to use the RBS tools to drive sustainable improvement into all parts of our business and making it a way of life). Be an integral part of FreshRealm's team that designs and creates the infrastructure to make the RBS a benchmark in the industry.
+ Lead, facilitate and co-facilitate targeted, kaizen events, improvement workshops and projects that are tied to our Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive significant sustainable business results across the organization by leveraging Lean tools, people skills, and change management processes. Ensure successful kaizen events by installing and ensuring compliance to the kaizen process (includes; (1) planning of kaizens through a funnel process tied to GD, KPIs, and business needs, (2) kaizen execution and (3) sustainment of kaizens)
+ Work closely with cross functional teams to proactively identify gaps and systematic opportunities for improvement (OFI) for the assigned plant and define and drive them through to completion as effectively and quickly as possible utilizing lean toolsets.
+ Partner with all functions at the site to identify and create world class processes throughout the organization and define process capabilities, assess gaps and develop gap closure plans.
+ Train and lead effective problem solving methods from plant leadership to line associates.
+ Build and deliver breakthrough levels of improvement in process capability, reengineer business processes to reduce cost and increase productivity, and attain world-class levels of quality.
+ Define and implement process improvements on key initiatives that result in significant improvements in service delivery, increasing organizational effectiveness.
+ Mentor, influence and develop potential lean practitioner candidates through their Kaizen events and projects driving business change
+ Engage the plant team in setting specific goals around Lean initiatives. This includes working with leadership to drive lean daily management in key areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and People.
+ Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of the Business System tools (Lean Six Sigma tools).
+ Identify and share best practices across the organization; incorporate benchmarks and best practices from other FreshRealm locations.
+ Partner with Finance to incorporate kaizen and project savings into long-range financial plans and operating budgets.
**Skills and Requirements**
+ Prior experience with deploying lean methods in operations and functions.
+ Experience leading and developing training, processes and systems using kaizens, Problem solving, X Matrix, daily management and lean toolsets.
+ Ability to create, lead, manage, and coordinate multiple kaizens and projects simultaneously
+ Ability to work both as a member of a team, a team leader or as a Kaizen event leader
+ Led and participated in developing and managing KPIs preferred.
+ Very customer focused with a strong ability to influence and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization from senior site management to hourly employees.
+ Active, aggressive, externally focused and future-oriented
+ Independent worker, capable of operating in a fast-moving, ever changing environment and able to effectively deal with difficult situations.
+ Possess strong functional experience and commercial business acumen
+ Excellent training, consulting and change management skills
+ Keen listener, open-minded, and have strong interpersonal skills and the intellectual horsepower to establish deep relationships all levels
+ Quick study who can rapidly adapt to FreshRealm's culture and gain the confidence of the organization.
+ Visibly demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong personal ownership to business performance
+ Hands-on and detail-oriented but also able to see the big picture.
+ Great interpersonal skills, ability to build effective relationships, collaborate productively with others and drive teams to successful outcomes.
**Experience / Education**
+ 7+ years of relevant business experience
+ Bachelor's degree, preferably in a related discipline. MBA is a plus.
+ Manufacturing sector with directly related experience in a business to business environment.
+ High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, ERP System(s),
+ Green Belt or higher certification preferred
+ Project Management (PMP) certification preferred
+ Food manufacturing experience preferred
**What We Offer**
+ Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance.
+ 401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
+ Life and ADD insurance
+ Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company
+ Time away from work
**Our Values at Work**
We believe that **ACTIONS** speak louder than words and our company values align to those **ACTIONS.**
**In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like:**
+ **ACCOUNTABILITY:** Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
+ **CURIOSITY** : Collaborate with others and explore different perspectives when accomplishing a task or solving a problem Set learning goals for yourself and your team, and have a growth mindset: read books, subscribe to magazines, listen to podcasts, ask for recommendations, etc., on how to grow professionally and personally Don't slap a band-aid on a problem - dig deep and determine the root cause of an issue
+ **TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY:** Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
+ **INNOVATION** : Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
+ **OBJECTIVENESS** : Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
+ **NIMBLENESS** : Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of current strategies and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
+ **SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS:** Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you're on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you're providing the best experience and service to our consumers
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
**Job Details**
**Job Family** **zzz_Corporate**
**Job Function** **Manager**
**Pay Type** **Salary**

Eaton's Electrical Division's Supply Chain Group is currently seeking a **Continuous Improvement Manager** to join the team! This role is based at our Lancaster, TX site.
**Who we are:** We are one of three major distribution hubs for the Eaton Electrical Sector consisting of 145 employees, with projected expansion to approximately 300 employees. We operate in a 575,000 sq ft warehousing space distributing four product lines with growth to six product lines in the next year. We operate 110+ powered industrial vehicles to receive and process material for shipment.
**Our commitment:** We're not just about business; we're about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $93750.03 - $137500.04 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
**What you'll do:**
This role reports directly to the site manager, and functionally to the Corporate Quality Team. The CI Manager will provide leadership and support to the Distribution Center by driving the Continuous Improvement Framework (CIF) and invigorate the continuous improvement culture throughout our businesses. This critical role will partner with site leaders and employees to identify, solve, and recommend possible solutions to unique situations or problems.
**Essential Functions Include:**
**Continuous Improvement Leadership**
· Eaton Lean Six Sigma (ELSS) projects and Eaton Business System (EBS) strategy deployment.
· Operational Assessments (OpA) and EBS-related activities to support site-wide improvement.
· Tactical deployment of ELSS through Kaizen events and other hands-on improvement activities.
· Coaching and leading Needle Mover projects, Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs), and Business Process Improvement (BPI) efforts.
· Supporting both cost-reduction and non-cost-out Continuous Improvement (CI) projects, including special or turnaround initiatives.
· Driving product cost reduction and site cost-effectiveness actions to ensure measurable business impact.
**ELSS Program Development & Deployment**
· Develop and implement ELSS deployment procedures, policies, and systems across sites and functions.
· Lead the sharing of best practices to promote consistency and continuous improvement.
· Prepare and deliver ELSS-related training to build internal capability and support business needs.
· Strengthen on-site ELSS knowledge, talent, and competency through coaching and hands-on engagement.
· Support the ongoing development of ELSS expertise at the site level to ensure sustainable improvement.
**Training & Certification**
· Lead development and certification process of a CI training program.
**Process Reliability & Standardization**
· Follow-up the development and improvement of process and system to enhance and sustain process reliability. Initiate operating principles that focus on process standardization, visual factory, flow focus, accountability of tier meetings, etc.
**Process Optimization**
· Drive continuous improvement in distribution operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and statistical tools.
· Apply real-time problem-solving and quality improvement methods to analyze and enhance business processes.
· Support ELSS (Eaton Lean Six Sigma) and CIF (Continuous Improvement Framework) assessments to identify performance gaps.
· Identify and implement Opportunities for Advancement (OFA) to strengthen site performance and promote operational excellence.
**What will make you successful?**
· Demonstrate expertise in resource and capacity planning, including proficiency with MRP systems.
· Apply Lean and Six Sigma tools to drive measurable improvements in distribution operations.
· Possess a deep understanding of lean production systems and can lead change across complex, matrixed environments.
· Are strategic thinkers who drive operational excellence.
· Communicate with clarity and influence, fostering collaborative leadership and building organizational capabilities.
· Show flexibility and resilience, adapting confidently under pressure while maintaining strategic alignment.
· Deliver enterprise-wide transformation through effective leadership and execution.
· Bring diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, contributing fresh and innovative ideas to our team.
**Qualifications:**
**Required (Basic) Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
+ Minimum 5 years of experience in a distribution environment
+ Minimum 3 years continuous improvement experience
+ Lean / Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
+ No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 50-mile radius of Lancaster, TX will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
+ Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Master's degree
+ Experience facilitating projects with various cross-functional departments, including IT, HR, Finance, SCM, and Operations
+ Spanish fluency
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1- to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here ( for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager.
This role is located in Nacogdoches, TX. Relocation assistance will be provided.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $108749.97 - $159499.96 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
**What you'll do:**
This position is responsible for supporting plant leadership in achieving business and financial goals by leading continuous improvement /cost out initiatives across the plant. This role will be the champion for the site driving the EBS (Eaton Business System)/ECIS. Additional responsibility includes executing the organization's strategic plan consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, established industry standards, and customer requirements. The candidate needs to be able to think outside the box, passionate, people centric person/leader, encompassing lean principles, day in and day out, and be a hands-on working Manager.
**In this role you will:**
+ Participates as a key member of plant manager's staff in all critical decisions impacting facility.
+ Manages continuous improvement team including lean coordinator, CI engineers and CI techs for success.
+ Implement and lead Lean Manufacturing concepts and Lean tools throughout the enterprise, including Value Stream Mapping, structured problem solving, root cause analysis, 5s+, Standard Work, etc.
+ Lead operational improvement events (kaizen, gemba walks, rapid improvement events, process improvement, basic problem solving (A3), etc.) with multi-functional teams from concept to implementation.
+ Achieve facility wide cost out targets through improvement projects, waste reduction, best practice sharing/implementation, holding project leaders accountable to deliver, and other programs.
+ Lead planning and cross-functional execution of activities to increase the results on Eaton's Operating Assessment (OpA) manufacturing maturity process.
+ Identifies potential safety hazards and provides input into the remediation process, ensuring equipment functionality meets required specifications. Enforces safety expectations, documents, and communicates hazards and unsafe conditions, conducts training to team members on safety regulations and methods.
+ Performs root cause and failure analysis for resolution of production detractors. Applies critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide specified cost, quality, and performance in a safe and efficient manner. Collaborates with others in critical thinking and problem-solving activities.
+ Responsible for executing sustained change management as it applies to product and processes within manufacturing operations. Utilizes change management techniques such as ADKAR to effectively drive and sustain process improvements.
**Qualifications:**
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree from an accredited intuition.
+ Five (5) years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, or lean manufacturing deployment in a manufacturing environment.
+ Three (3) years of experience as a manager of people.
+ Must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
+ Relocation assistance will be provided for candidates that reside outside a 50-mile radius of Nacogdoches, TX.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
+ Lean SixSigma Black/Green Belt Certified
**Skills:**
+ Comprehension of ECIS requirements
+ Strong team-building skills
+ Strong organizational skills
+ Ability to lead and support cross-functional teams
+ Ability to integrate CI with other functions
+ Ability to thrive in matrixed management
+ Ability to act as an agent of change; effective in enabling and driving change
+ Delivering all communication with clarity, impact and passion and tailored to the audience
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1- to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here ( for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Career Opportunity:
The Continuous Improvement (Cl) Manager plays a key role in supporting Smurfit Westrocku2019s commitment to operational excellence through a sustainable culture of employee engagement in continuous improvement.
This individual will act as a change agent to elevate business performance and deliver high impact results and develop a culture of continuous improvement. Success in this role requires a leader who can effectively drive change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment utilizing continuous improvement methodologies and tools. Sample responsibilities include identifying / prioritizing improvement activities, tracking financial progress, and coaching / mentoring project leaders and teams. The ability to influence and lead others is key to success.
This role will be based in Devens and may travel to support sister plants in the Area.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock:
The Cl Manager is responsible for driving improved results of key performance indicators (KPls) through effective implementation of systems, tools, and processes. They are the lead trainer & coach for Smurfit WestRock's Manufacturing Excellence systems & tools. They are responsible to support the health of the system and drive Cl projects to meet plant savings goals.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
* Partner with divisional and site leaders within the Area to ensure Cl priorities are aligned with overall business strategy and goals related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Service, and People.
* Leverage a zero-loss mindset to identify and prioritize areas of improvement.
* Deliver value by both leading and supporting the focused execution of Cl projects.
* Manage the pipeline of improvement projects, prioritization, and assignment of resources.
* Build capability in others through coaching and mentoring project leaders and teams.
* Support the implementation of enterprise initiatives including Daily Management System, Problem-Solving Practices, and Reliability Excellence.
* Coordinate regular progress reviews of Cl projects with Finance, project leaders, site, and divisional leadership.
* Tracking and reporting results including cost savings.
* Sharing best practices within and outside of the site.
* Supporting the enterprise L&D Framework, processes, and tools in partnership with the Operations L&D team through day-to-day management of technical floor trainers.
What you need to succeed:
* Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent.
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with progressive growth in responsibility is required. Paper and packaging industry experience is a plus.
* Lean Six Sigma Black or Green Belt certification Required with experience in operational excellence tools such as Daily Management System, Reliability, Asset Utilization, and a variety of problem-solving practices.
* Experience with leading process improvement projects in a fast-paced and dynamic environment utilizing team centered analytical Cl methodologies (lean, six sigma, etc.) with demonstrated results.
* Experience supporting learning and training teams to ensure technical capabilities & a Cl mindset is delivered to the floor.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills from the shop floor to executive level.
* Ability to positively influence and persuade others.
* Passion and drive to improve systems and processes.
* Demonstrated ability to coach, teach, and mentor others to drive business results.
* Financial acumen with ability to create financial models used to support project selection and tracking to determine net productivity value on the P&L.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, Minitab, SmartSheet, SharePoint, and Visio.
* Time management and organization skills.
What we offer:
* A corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
* Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
* An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
* Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
* A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.
Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging solutions. We are materials scientists, packaging designers, mechanical engineers and manufacturing experts with a shared purpose: Innovate Boldly. Package Sustainably. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity, and respect, we use leading science and technology to move fiber-based packaging forward.
Smurfit Westrock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Smurfit Westrock does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.