Manufacturing Excellence Coordinator - Greensboro, NC
ITG Brands

Manufacturing Excellence Coordinator - Greensboro, NC

Location

North Carolina

Role Type

Permanent

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WHO WE ARE

ITG Brands is the third-largest tobacco company in the USA with offerings of some of the most well-known cigarette, cigar, and e-vapor brands. As a member of the globally recognized Imperial Brands PLC family, we are a forward-thinking partner with operational integrity.

ITG Brands is committed to putting consumers at the center of what we do, while creating an innovative workplace that is diverse and inclusive. This empowers us to bring our true selves to work, to collaborate more effectively through showing our passion and being confident to bring new ideas to the table.

We are not afraid to seize opportunities and make things happen - both individually and collaboratively. We strive to exceed expectations by seeing things differently and doing things differently. This truly is a place where we all share a challenger mindset which drives our success.

What You Will Do

Job Summary:

As a member of Manufacturing Operations Leadership Team, the Manufacturing Excellence Coordinator partners with Factory Leadership and various department teams to continually develop manufacturing processes/practices and improve business results in a sustainable manner. This role is responsible for project management, continuous improvement, initiating improvement activities, coordinating data analysis, trainings, documentation management, planning and tracking implementation of improvement projects and activities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Duties and Responsibilities:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary by the Company)

• Drive a cultural change to maintain continuous improvement efforts beyond process & project activities and to a lean way of working.
• Contribute to the improvement of the whole operations value stream by participating in and driving continuous improvement / problem solving activities.
• Drive a high-performance culture in the site through visible servant leadership, promotions, and other forms of communication.
• Secure employee commitment for proactive change management.
• Review existing processes, identify opportunities for process improvement to ensure the development and execution of the plant's zero loss journey focused on mitigating all types of losses at the site.
• Partner with the plant leadership team to conduct the site loss analysis and lead the development and execution of the plant master plan; implement systems and tools to address site key losses.
• Collaborate with other sites Manufacturing Excellence Teams as well as Central Manufacturing Excellence Team to investigate and deploy the latest continuous improvement tools and digital strategies at the factory.
• Evaluate and prioritize potential improvements based on gains and required effort.
• Regularly monitor the implementation of solutions to achieve objectives and expected benefits.
• Teach, lead, and coach cross-functional teams on continuous improvement principles, tools and behaviors.
• Ensure that continuous improvement training materials and programs are current, accurate, and effective.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Management or related discipline and 3+ years of relevant work experience or Associate's degree in Management or related discipline and 5+ years of relevant work experience or High school diploma / GED and 7+ years of relevant work experience.
• 1+ years related supervisory experience
• Must be 21 years of age or older

Knowledge of:

• Project management

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, & PowerPoint) and Microsoft Teams

• Basic mathematic proficiency

Skilled in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Attention to detail
• Problem/situation analysis
• Effective time and task management
• Multitasking capabilities
• Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to:

• Communicate to a broad and diverse audience
• Work with diverse populations and varying education levels
• Plan, organize and manage workload independently
• Analyze information

• Communicate information orally and in writing
• Proofread and check documents for accuracy
• Work a fluctuating work schedule
• Travel domestically/internationally up to 5% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

• 3+ years related supervisory experience
• Lean/Six Sigma Certification

• Experience in the Tobacco industry and/or union environment

Work Environment and Physical Demand

• Requires moderate physical effort. Occasionally lifts or moves moderate to heavy weight objects (10 - 50 lbs)
• Reach and grasp objects/hand eye coordination
• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Stand for prolonged periods
• Requires prolonged machine operation including computer and keyboard equipment
• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
• Identify and distinguish color and shades of color
• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
• Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions including second-hand smoke and/or vape

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package that includes medical/dental/vision/life insurance/disability plans

• Dollar for dollar 401k match up to 6% and 5% annual company contribution

• 15 Company-paid holidays

• Generous paid time off

• Employee recognition and discount programs

• Education assistance

• Employee referral bonus program

• Hybrid workplace - remote / in office

• Summer hours

• Casual dress policy Monday through Friday

Applicant Information

This job description describes the essential functions of the job at the time the job description was created, but it is not an exhaustive list of tasks, duties and responsibilities. In addition, the position may evolve or change over time and such changes may not be reflected in the job description until it is next updated.

Everyone Belongs

ITG Brands and ITG Cigars provides equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you have a concern about discrimination in the application or hiring process or you need an accommodation based on religion, disability or pregnancy in the application or hiring process, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@itgbrands.com.

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