The Continuous Improvement Specialist analyzes existing business processes, identifies areas for improvement, and develops and implements sustainable strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost savings within an organization, acting as a change agent to foster a culture of continuous improvement across all levels of the company; key responsibilities include data collection, process mapping, root cause analysis, project management, training employees on new processes, and reporting on improvement results.  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  The duties and responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following: Responsible for developing and facilitating the creation of the Perry Facility’s Lean Manufacturing Program.  Including development of visual aids and Huddle Meeting structure. Assist in the development of SOPs and SSOPs. Leads and facilitates Root Cause Analysis Maintain and communicate all quality data to department managers for problem identification, resolution, loss reporting. Lead and facilitate continuous improvement with Kaizen methods Report metrics and trends routinely to the company. Regularly perform pricing and competitive analysis and recommend strategies to improve or reduce costs. Follow Lean Manufacturing Processes, team building, consistency in high quality, preventative maintenance, good workplace conditions, productive work, etc. Tasks will vary as situations and demands change; your supervisor will assign tasks as necessary Identifies, through an initiative-taking approach, potential cost-saving, budget adherence, and efficiency gain opportunities to improve overall operations. Maintains a safe and healthy working environment in accordance with all safety, USDA and OSHA regulations. Maintains or exceeds quality standards, performance, and attendance metrics. Assist with development and adherence to Team Member training plans and the continued training of current Team Members to ensure quality, safety and productivity goals are met or exceeded. Ensures compliance with established processes and procedures Administrative Skills Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment. Able to read and write legibly. Follow written and verbal instructions. Good computer skills. Demonstrated proficiency of computers and Microsoft Office Suite with intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel.  Safety Monitor Unsafe Behavior Follow all OSHA Guidelines Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Earplug Hairnet Beard-net Protective eyewear Slip resistant footwear Leadership  Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety. Must Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven – Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character. Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department. Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members. Encourage team member initiative and innovation and show recognition for effort and achievement. Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI.  Communication Communicate with peers and leaders in an effective, timely manner.  Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team. Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities. Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.