Job Description
SUMMARY
Seeking a Process Lead for a growing paper packaging manufacturer in the Rockingham, NC area. This position offers a unique opportunity to promote safety within a papermill and define standard processes for managing centerlines (CL) and rapid changeovers (RCO), to ensure that processes are executed properly, and review & improve processes
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Continuously improving standards and processes related to CL and RCO
- Utilize centerline to troubleshoot and ensure correct base condition
- Train and coach operators on best practices for CL and RCO
- Work with production planners to optimize production schedule and grade changes
- Calibrate centerline and document management (standard operating procedures "SOP’s”)
- Collects and analyzes data on quality and production variances and creates action plans to mitigate variance
- Share best practices with members of the line centric teams and operators
- Communicate any procedural issues with suppliers
- Support large / small scale projects / modifications in area including machine parts design, in collaboration with the CI manager and the project manager
- Support Autonomous Asset Management Pillar, and Quality Pillar
- Assess asset performance and lead corrective action plans
- Execute product development / qualification process
- Document management (standard operating procedures "SOP’s”).
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Engineering or other related degree or a vocational certificate / diploma.A combination of education and lean manufacturing experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.3+ years’ experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement. Preferably in a paper manufacturing operation.Strong ability to positively influence partners and clients and guide them towards best practices.Knowledge / expertise in manufacturing equipment processes and systems.Demonstrates good analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to overcome ambiguous and complex situations.Strong organizational and prioritization skills.Experience & understanding of Lean Production System principles.