What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Improvement Manager position at Unifrax?
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Process Improvement Manager to join our team at Unifrax's Tonawanda plant. As a critical member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the Engineering and Maintenance teams, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement changes that drive business results.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting professional growth and development.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, developing strategies to address these areas.
• Design and implement training programs to educate operators on process improvements, enhancing their skills and knowledge.
• Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation, encouraging team members to suggest and implement new ideas and approaches.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including operations staff, quality department, and external partners.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean principles, identifying and eliminating waste, and optimizing workflows.
• Implement and maintain effective communication channels with team members, ensuring open dialogue and transparency.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to drive process improvements and innovations.
We are seeking an experienced Process Improvement Manager to join our team at Unifrax's Tonawanda plant. As a critical member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing the Engineering and Maintenance teams, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement changes that drive business results.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to team members, promoting professional growth and development.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement, developing strategies to address these areas.
• Design and implement training programs to educate operators on process improvements, enhancing their skills and knowledge.
• Foster a culture of innovation and experimentation, encouraging team members to suggest and implement new ideas and approaches.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including operations staff, quality department, and external partners.
• Drive continuous improvement through lean principles, identifying and eliminating waste, and optimizing workflows.
• Implement and maintain effective communication channels with team members, ensuring open dialogue and transparency.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to drive process improvements and innovations.
