Continuous Improvement Manager

 Continuous Improvement Manager

Graphic Packaging International, Inc. of LaPorte, IN has an immediate opening for an experienced Continuous Improvement Manager.

Position Summary

Lead all activities and functions driven toward the execution of an effective Quality System.  Direct the activities of suppliers, production and customers to resolve quality problems and continuously improve the level of quality.  Represent Graphic Packaging International, Inc. at customer locations, evaluate and resolve technical issues.  Provide leadership to Continuous Improvement staff of one to optimize the role of CI within the plant.

Job Functions

 - Develop closed-loop quality system driven to reduce process variation and ensure plant compliance. - Act as change agent to drive continuous improvement of production and service processes to improve quality and increase efficiency, which includes root cause analysis and problem solving.

 - Develop and implement product quality plans and procedures by overseeing gauge requirements, frequency, responsibility and  methods to ensure compliance to process and product specifications. - Direct activities, duties, and projects of CI personnel. - Implement practices and controls to drive an effective supplier management system. - Serve as customer contact for quality issues. - New business transition management. - Oversee Continuous Improvement website for local plant; manage document control system. - Manage customer specification system. - Manage Customer Feedback / Complaint System. - Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Job Specifications

 - Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field - 3-5 years experience in quality, manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and experience - Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing experience needed - Excellent written and verbal communications skills - Ability to lead and direct others - Prior management or supervisory experience preferred - Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Internet research skills - Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control theories - Experience in implementation of technical testing in production environments - Good general knowledge of printing and converting technologies preferred

 - Experience using Minitab software a plus

 

Interested individuals should apply at http://www.graphicpkg.com (Click on careers) or e-mail a resume with cover letter and salary history to michael.streny@graphicpkg.com .

 

 

 

 

EOE  M/F/D/V