What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Manager position at BrightPet- Lisbon (Ohio Pet Foods Inc. )?
Overview
BrightPet is a leading consumer brand and manufacturing company in the pet and companion animal industry. BrightPet pioneers a portfolio of widely recognized leading consumer brands, including Stewart®, Bravo®, Blackwood®, Adirondack®, By Nature®, Miracle Care® and Hamilton® with holistic, natural, and organic solutions. The Stewart brand boasts the number one market share for freeze dried raw treats on all major digital retailers. Blackwood is exported to more than a dozen countries. BrightPet owns five manufacturing facilities and has unparalleled manufacturing capabilities in the pet industry. BrightPet is on an aggressive growth trajectory and has completed an expansion at four of the five manufacturing facilities in the last three years. This increased volume and expanded capabilities have allowed BrightPet to set new record revenue every year for eight straight years.
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Continuous Improvement Manager to join our team. This role is critical in driving operational excellence through the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles and process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in inventory management, production planning, and supply chain processes, with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Tableau. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across the organization.
This role will have multi-site responsibilities between our Lisbon, Ohio and Sherburne, NY facilities. Willingness to travel 25% of the time is required.
Duties
- Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Analyze current processes and systems to identify opportunities for improvement in inventory control, production planning, and supply chain management.
- Implement Lean manufacturing methodologies to streamline operations and reduce waste.
- Collaborate with various departments to develop and execute process improvement initiatives.
- Utilize data analysis tools such as Tableau to monitor performance metrics and track progress on improvement projects.
- Facilitate training sessions for staff on Lean principles and best practices in process improvement.
- Develop systems for effective inventory management and control to ensure optimal stock levels.
- Coordinate with procurement teams to align inventory levels with production needs.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a continuous improvement role or similar position within a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
- Experience working in Pet Food Manufacturing, extrusion facility or food production facility a plus.
- Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and methodologies.
- Experience with inventory control processes and systems.
- Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Tableau for reporting and analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically about complex issues.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Familiarity with production planning processes and supply chain dynamics is preferred.
- A degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field is advantageous.
Join us in our commitment to excellence as we strive for continuous improvement across all facets of our operations!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Ability to Commute:
- Lisbon, OH 44432 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lisbon, OH 44432: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $95,000 - $100,000
