Continuous Improvement Manager

United States, Bowling Green, KY, Henkel Consumer BrandsContinuous Improvement Manager ‏ (HPS - Liquids)At Henkel, you can build on a strong legacy and leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses to reimagine and improve life every day. If you love challenging the status quo, join our community of over 47.000 pioneers around the globe. Our teams at Henkel Consumer Brands continuously drive the evolution in dynamic categories: Laundry & Home Care and Hair. With our trusted brands, including Persil and Schwarzkopf, our cutting-edge technologies and our disruptive solutions, you will have countless opportunities to explore new paths and develop your skills. Grow within our future-led businesses, our diverse and vibrant culture and find a place where you simply belong. All to leave your mark for more sustainable growth.The Henkel Bowling Green, KY manufacturing facility is looking for top talent to lead our facility to Best in Class performance levels and culture. We have a clear 3-5 year journey laid out to build capability and drive to ZERO losses using world class processes. If you enjoy working with others and have a passion for improvement, come join our winning team! Dare to make an impact?YOUR ROLEThe Continuous Improvement Manager (HPS) is responsible for the continuous improvement activities for the Liquids Production Group.

Identifies and drives improvement to plant standards, such as visual management, standard work instructions, technical work instructions, centerlines, set up sheets, machine parameter settings, etc.

Collaborates cross functionally to implement identified improvements.

Analyzes business processes and performs line studies to identify opportunities and drive improvements.

Identifies losses in efficiency for value streams and equipment and aids in implementing solutions to improve.

Drives kaizen, implementation of TPM, and other projects focused on improving plant efficiency, machine reliability, sustainability and the reduction of waste.

YOUR SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, preferably Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering.

Three (3) years minimum experience applying Lean methodologies in a manufacturing environment.

Highly developed understanding of TPM methodologies and implementation.

Ability to quantify improvements per KPI, lead RCA to solve production loss issues, lead change, and create process flows, value streams and flow diagrams.

Proficient in the use of value stream maps, fishbone diagrams, 5S, SMED visual management and other lean tools.

The salary for this role is 83,400.00 - $118,200.00 . This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel's request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully-executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics. We welcome all applications.JOB ID: 24069861Contract & Job type: Regular - Full TimeContact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@henkel.comPlease do not use this email address for sending your application or CV. To apply, please click on the "Apply Now" button below. Applications sent via e-mail will not be accepted.