Continuous Improvement Specialist

Ferrara Candy Co

Itasca, IL, US
$xxx - $xxx annually; not specified; not specified
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Continuous improvement methodologies
Data analysis and problem solving
Project leadership and delivery
** Ferrara Candy Co is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist in Itasca, IL. This on-site role requires a proactive individual to drive Continuous Improvement projects focused on enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing operations. **

Job Summary

  • Drives CI production, warehouse, processing, and packaging activities with a focus on Continuous Improvement projects to achieve safety, quality, customer service, and cost goals.
  • Utilizes continuous improvement tools and methodologies (RCA, DMAIC, Loss Tree Analysis, IPA, etc.) to drive sustainable operational improvements.
  • Collaborates with product development, marketing, supply chain, finance, and operations to bring new products to market and meet defined project objectives.

Matching Summary

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** Ferrara Candy Co is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist in Itasca, IL. This on-site role requires a proactive individual to drive Continuous Improvement projects focused on enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency in manufacturing operations. **

Salary

$XXX - $XXX annually; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Data analysis and problem solving
  • Project leadership and delivery
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Manufacturing operations improvement

Nice-to-have

  • Coaching and motivation skills
  • Team building abilities
  • Creative and self-starting attitude
  • Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree preferred
  • Two years of food manufacturing experience preferred
  • Six Sigma or Lean background preferred
  • Willingness to work off shift, weekends and holidays
  • 10% Travel required

Work Rights

Not specified

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