Process improvement specialist Jobs in Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

You will lead the process improvement workstream for US Bakeries for the next 6 month.

During this assignment you will analyze different process connected with absences (medical leaves, unexcused leaves, legal leaves) and set a plan on how to improve that process.

During the assignment you will ensure our absenteeism control strategy is implemented and is fully effective.

Analyze and map current process for absenteeism management / reporting, defining roles involved, responsibilities, frequencies, etc with focus on US. (Benchmark Canada as needed)

Clarify and standardize classifications for planned / unplanned across NA.

Guarantee standardization and alignment with global standards.

Map and communicate opportunities of improvement, with focus on US Bakeries.

Focus on buckets : Unexcused, FMLA, WC, Sick days procedures.

Define flowcharts for all of these losses and how they should be addressed.

Lead project governance : implement changes, manages change, train, report weekly action completed.

Act as a role model of Zero loss mindset and principles through effective coaching and development of the team.

Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control project performance and Continuous Improvement plan and embed a zero-loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally.

Create procedures / SOP / Training material to support process improvement.

Qualifications :

High School Diploma accepted

Strong knowledge and experience managing absenteeism in the US environment, knowledge of FMLA, sick days, STD - LTD, workers comp, etc.

Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment.

Demonstrated abilities in Analytics - excel management.

Project management skills, problem solving, influence skills to work with different teams - organizations.

Knowledge of time and attendance systems such as Kronos - Infor.

Benefits :

Healthcare Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan : The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus : Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.