Manager, Operational Excellence
Company: Campbell Soup Company
Location: Lakeland
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. Our
history was created by remarkable people, ideas, and innovations.
It serves as inspiration and foundation for our future
success.We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people
trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well
as Michael Angelo's, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's
Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands
like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge
Farm, Snack Factory, and Synder's of Hanover. We foster a culture
of belonging where people come first, and diversity is embraced.
And we live our values, always, while setting the highest standards
for performance.Here, you will make a difference every day. You
will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team. You
will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to
grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.General
Summary:The Manager, Operational Excellence is accountable for
implementing Operational Excellence as a way of working within the
plant. The implementation of Operational Excellence includes the
Operating System, Management Infrastructure and Mindsets, Behaviors
& Capabilities supported by Industry 4.0. Activities include
leading cross functional Opex teams, leading Opex workstreams,
driving daily issue resolution and leading Chronic Improvement
teams (for systemic opportunities) to drive performance
improvements across all key metrics across the site scorecard. This
is a critical role with oversight for the implementation of
world-class operational excellence strategies to optimize supply
chain improvements and improve the cost of product sold. This role
requires close collaboration with key Supply Chain functions such
as Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Human
Resources, and Logistics. This position will have exposure to and
will interface with Plant Managers, Operations Managers and will
influence site direction.Primary Responsibilities:OPEX Teams: Lead
& coach site OPEX teams to drive improvements across the Balance
Scorecard. Lead Kaizen events to drive improvements and reduce
losses. Support the deployment of all WCM pillars within the
site.Conduct diagnostics on the Operating System (OS), Management
Infrastructure (MI), Mindset, Behaviors & Capabilities (MBC) and
Industry 4.0 for identified systems / lines through data analysis,
floor observations, process monitoring and employee interviews.
Coach OPEX team to develop tactical implementation plans (TIPs) to
drive system improvements across identified Workstreams. Ensure
tactical implementation plan are adhered to and regular stakeholder
check ins occur in throughout the process to ensure program
sustainability and track progress.Capability Building: Work with
the site leadership team to plan and build the appropriate OPEX
capability. Leverage pulls forward strategy prior to OPEX team
execution to ensure subsequent waves of OPEX teams have the
appropriate skills & capabilities for further deployment. Execute
OPEX capability training sessions for the site leadership team,
front line leadership team and frontline employees. Will be the
site's lead trainer for all continuous improvement tools.Cost
Management: Ensure improvements identified in OPEX team charters
are rolled into the plant enabler program to capture enabler
savings. Track OPEX team performance to ensure improvements are
sustained and long-term countermeasures are tracked and
implemented. Will execute Zero Loss analysis to identify loss
opportunities and build the enabler pipeline.Leadership: Ability to
coach, work collaboratively and successfully influence
stakeholders. Ability to effect change throughout an organization
by leading through others. Demonstrated program management skills
with ability to deliver results across multi-site manufacturing
operations. Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal skills,
integrity and trust and the ability to motivate. Strong analytical
skills and business acumen. Ability to successfully work in a cross
functional environment.Complexity & Scope:This position is
responsible for deploying the Campbell's Operational Excellence
strategy and approach to drive the Supply Chain performance to
world class levels. The role requires an Operational Excellence
practitioner who can provide direction in the development and
implementation of tactical objectives to drive improvements within
the plant.This is the "subject matter expert" and will have
specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in their own
discipline/function and understand the interrelationships of
different disciplines. The employee interprets internal or external
issues and recommends solutions/best practices, new methods,
procedures, etc. Problems faced are complex and must take a broad
perspective to identify solutions.Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's
degree required.5+ years of cross-functional manufacturing
experience with a strong understanding of OPEX, Lean, Six Sigma and
TPM.Preferred skills and abilities:Degree in Science or Engineering
ConcentrationsContinuous Improvement certifications such as Lean or
Lean Six SigmaExperience with leading / executing the elements
Operational Excellence and organizational learning and development
in a manufacturing environment.Working knowledge in concepts of
Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing and Asset Care &
Reliability.Knowledge and previous experience in improving
organizational capability through learning and development
programs, and/or High-Performance Work Systems.Excellent leadership
skills, compelling communication skills, and the ability to
inspire, engage and motivate.Compensation and Benefits:The target
base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is
between$85,900-$140,800Individual base pay depends on work location
and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and
relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms
of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental,
401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of
employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more
information about our total rewards package.The Company is
committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and
qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship,
including consideration for employment, without regard to race,
color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability,
age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.
Keywords: Campbell Soup Company, North Fort Myers , Manager, Operational Excellence, Executive , Lakeland, Florida
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