Continuous Improvement Group Lead

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

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Are you looking to drive continuous improvement with standards and capability building in a new factory in Arizona? ThisGroup Leader is a perfect position for you!The Integrated Work Group (Continuous Improvement) Lead assists in promoting and executing the Nestle Continuous Excellence (NCE) program and Total Performance Management (TPM) methodology. As the IWG Lead, you will work cross-functionally with various teams within the factory to optimize productivity and prioritize safety by implementing training, coordinating, and coaching of continuous improvement initiatives. You will lead by example and step in to provide support and coaching in the manufacturing process. In this role, you will conduct team audits, analyze processes and data, identify opportunities for improvement and share your recommendations.

WHATS IN IN IT FOR YOU:

• Hourly pay of $29.00

• 401k with company match

• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave

• Insurance eligibility begins on 31st day of employment

• 11 paid holidays

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH:

• Provide Manufacturing Excellence and Total Performance Management coaching to Integrated Work Groupsin Food Production environment

• Coach and teach to connect losses with standards and routines through digital tool enablers

• Own and implement plans and resources for Integrated Work Groups to enable them identify and eliminate losses, transform their workplace, and achieve sustainable results

• Understand top losses and areas for growth for assigned Integrated Work Groups (safety, quality, performance, and people)

• Support and lead IWG team meetings through digital facilitation

• Spend time on shop floor to evaluate maturity progression and identify key opportunities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma/GED equivalent with 6 months experience in a fast-paced and performance-measured environment or Associates degree in a technical discipline

• 3 years of direct production /maintenance experience in manufacturing environment required

• 3-5 years of experience of project management, loss intelligence, & advanced problem solving preferred

SKILLS:

• Acquire and maintain expertise in (Data/TPM/ or Training) based on factory needs

• Validation of training for operators; support technical operator progression

• Advanced problem solving abilities and communication

• Manage execution of implementation plans and coordinate timelinesswith project management skills

• Strong leadership in cultural change management & managing multiple complex priorities and stakeholders

• Ability to influence others

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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