Continuous Improvement Specialist

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Purpose

The Continuous Improvement Specialist leads the execution of Continuous Improvement initiatives of low complexity within a site/function in order to embed best practices, reinforce a continuous improvement mindset, and streamline non-value-added activities.

The Continuous Improvement Specialist reports to the Site Continuous Improvement Manager or the Continuous Improvement Senior Manager.

Salary Range Based on Experience $68,500 - $97,000.

Main Responsibilities

Business Understanding

• Contribute to the design of Site/Department strategies and deployment plans

• Identify and measure improvement opportunities; develop action plans.

People Engagement

• Support in deploying CI Awareness workshops to all teams (e.g., CI basics training)

• Ensure everyone to share Good Practices (e.g., through, newsletter)

• Introduce and coach VPMS as a universal practice for everyone in the organization to manage daily performance

Capability Building

• Develop people by delivering mentoring for basic CI Methodologies

• Training includes CI Basics (5S, 8Wastes, Problem Solving), Yellow, Visual Performance Management, CI Maturity Assessment.

Problem Solving

• Support team to identify problems that must be solved using the right CI Methodology and Tools

Performance Management

• Set up and help implement daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly performance management reviews at shift, department and site level including the definition of lagging and leading indicators

Continuous Improvement Maturity Assessment (CIMA)

• Support the CI Manager / Lead / Site or Department to prepare the CIMA Assessment and follow up with the teams based on CIMA outcome

Process Efficiency

• Train teams in applying relevant CI tools and methodologies for improving Processes and Asset Efficiencies

Work Standard

• Support process owners on the development of CI-related work standards

Growth

• Lead specific business improvement projects

• Coach project teams on applying Lean and Six Sigma tools during project execution phases.

• Improve implementation progress of assigned CI projects, monitoring resource plans, project team accountabilities, change requests, deadlines, milestones, change management roadmaps, communications, and manage periodic updates

Academic Background

• University degree

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent is an advantage

Professional Experience

• Overall work experience 2-4 y work experience, 1 to 2 y preferably in CI

• Results on leading improvement projects and training.

• Exposure to teams and projects.

Technical Skills

Language requirements

• Good command of both oral and written English

• Local Language Requirement based on the Site

Benefits

Givaudan takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications/certifications and education, and internal equity.

At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.

You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.

Every essence of you enriches our world.

Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.