Current jobs related to Continuous Improvement Leader - Hickory - Shurtape Technologies


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Performance Foodservice Full time

    {"h1": "Senior Operations Leader", "p": "At Performance Foodservice, we're seeking a seasoned Senior Operations Leader to join our team. As a key member of our senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving operational excellence across our warehouse, fleet services, and facilities management.Your primary focus will be on analyzing facility size,...

  • Nurse Leader

    2 weeks ago


    Hickory, North Carolina, United States Highlands-Cashiers Hospital Full time

    Job Summary:Highlands-Cashiers Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse - PRN to join our team in Acute Care. As a Nurse Leader, you will provide exceptional patient care and lead our team with expertise and dedication.Responsibilities:Provide leadership and guidance to the nursing team to ensure high-quality patient care.Assess,...

  • Nurse Leader

    5 days ago


    Hickory, North Carolina, United States Mission Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at Mission Hospital. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and guidance to nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.Assess patient needs and develop...

  • Nurse Leader

    5 days ago


    Hickory, North Carolina, United States Mission Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our team at Mission Hospital. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide exceptional patient care and support to our patients and their families.ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and guidance to nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.Assess patient needs and develop...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Integrity Healthcare. Full time

    **About the Opportunity**Integrity Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician to lead our established team at our 350+ bed Medical Center.**Key Responsibilities**Provide medical leadership and direction to our Pulmonary and Critical Care teamDevelop and implement strategies to improve patient outcomes and...

  • Assistant Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Hickory, North Carolina, United States Cold Stone Creamery Full time

    Job Summary:Cold Stone Creamery is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Assistant Manager to join our team. As a key member of our management team, you will be responsible for leading and developing our team members to deliver exceptional customer service and drive sales growth.Key Responsibilities:Train and develop team members to achieve their full...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States The Judge Group Full time

    The Judge Group is seeking a seasoned leader to oversee the maintenance operations in North Carolina. As a Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for providing strategic direction and supervision to the maintenance team. Your key objectives will include:• Developing and implementing a comprehensive preventative maintenance program to ensure optimal...

  • Process Engineer

    4 months ago


    Hickory, United States Fluoropolymer Resources LLC Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:Fluoropolymer Resources LLC (FRL) is currently seeking a dedicated and qualified Process Engineer. FRL is the global leader in reprocessing of melt processable fluoropolymers, as well as the distribution of virgin fluoropolymer resin. We are a dynamic and flexible company on an aggressive growth trajectory, offering...


  • Hickory, United States Food Lion Full time

    Address: USA-NC-Hickory-Hwy 127 South Store Code: Store 00504 Front End (7211494) Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. PRIMARY PURPOSE To provide fast,...


  • Hickory, United States Food Lion Full time

    Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 331187_external_USA-NC-Hickory Address: USA-NC-Hickory-Hwy 127 South Store Code: Store 00504 Front End (7211494) Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million...


  • Hickory, United States Food Lion Full time

    Category/Area of Expertise: Retail Operations Job Requisition: 395648_external_USA-NC-Hickory Address: USA-NC-Hickory-2625 N Center St Store Code: Store 00097 Front End (7206078) Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million...


  • Hickory, United States Pilgrim's Full time

    Position Overview:As the Pet Food Plant Manager at Pilgrim's, you will oversee and manage the comprehensive operations of our pet food manufacturing facility. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that production goals are met efficiently while maintaining the highest quality standards.Key Responsibilities:Lead and implement safety protocols and...


  • Hickory, United States Pilgrim's Full time

    Position Overview:As the Pet Food Plant Manager at Pilgrim's, you will oversee and manage the comprehensive operations of our pet food manufacturing facility. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that production goals are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality and cost efficiency.Key Responsibilities:Lead and implement safety...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Corning Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Prototyping Process Development Engineer to join our team at Corning. As a key member of our innovation team, you will be responsible for developing new extrusion processes and cable products.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop new extrusion processes and cable productsApply expertise in engineering to support new...


  • Hickory, United States KELLER Full time

    About the RoleKELLER is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven professional to join our team as a Sales Representative. As a leader in our organization, you will have the opportunity to develop and implement sales strategies, build strong relationships with clients, and lead a small team to achieve exceptional results.Key ResponsibilitiesService and...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Kind Behavioral Health Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Senior BCBA to join our team at Kind Behavioral Health. As a Senior BCBA, you will be responsible for establishing and managing our services in the Hickory, NC area, with the opportunity to grow into a Clinical Director role.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of clients, providing high-quality care and strong...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Chick-fil-A Full time

    About the Role:As a Restaurant Operations Manager at Chick-fil-A, you will be responsible for overseeing the production of high-quality food with precision and accuracy. This involves continually observing and implementing proper quality-assurance and food-safety procedures to ensure a safe and healthy environment for our customers and team members.Key...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Corning Incorporated Full time

    Position Title: Mechanical EngineerCompany: Corning IncorporatedOverview:Corning is a leader in the development of innovative technologies that enhance various industries. We leverage our expertise in materials science to create solutions that significantly impact the way people live and work.Role Summary:The Mechanical Engineer will apply engineering...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States Mission Hospital Full time

    About the RoleAs a Med Surg Registered Nurse at Mission Hospital, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and leading a team of healthcare professionals. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate nurse to join our medical-surgical unit, where you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.Key...


  • Hickory, North Carolina, United States OneH2, Inc. Full time

    About OneH2, Inc.OneH2, Inc. is a pioneering company in the hydrogen technology industry, dedicated to revolutionizing the energy sector. Our mission is to be a global leader in hydrogen production, distribution, and application.Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Operations Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our operations...

Continuous Improvement Leader

4 months ago


Hickory, United States Shurtape Technologies Full time

Overview:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Continuous Improvement Manager supports the leadership team in achieving cost, revenue, service, and quality objectives via progression towards world class levels; and developing and sustaining a Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement culture.

Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Extensive knowledge & experience of working with Lean Six Sigma continuous improvement and problem-solving tools and techniques.
  • Demonstrated success implementing and delivering results for cross functional Lean Six Sigma Continuous Improvement project teams
  • Ability to understand and constructively challenge current practices in the search for continuous improvement.
  • Experience in coaching individuals and teams through change to deliver improvements.
  • Self-directed, yet team-oriented work style; creative, problem solving, and assertive; keen ability to prioritize independently with minimal direction beyond initial direction and focus; possesses a high level of initiative and independent work ethic; detail-oriented and comfortable in a result-oriented environment.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills: possesses an ability to proficiently communicate verbally and in writing with customers, suppliers, and at various levels in the organization.
  • Analytical; strong mathematical aptitude; possesses a natural ability to translate, calculate, interpret, and communicate data; excellent numerical and measurement skills.
  • Extensive spreadsheet and database management skills; advanced user of Excel and Minitab for varying, non-routine, ad hoc statistical analyses, and specialized tool development. Capable of analyzing and utilizing data, without becoming lost in the detail.
  • Thinks and acts strategically and systematically (i.e., solution oriented rather than ?xating on obstacles).
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize competing work for self and team.
  • Exceeds expectations through difficult challenges, finding solutions not problems.
  • Motivated to help others in the completion of deliverables.
  • Demonstrated understanding of project management principles
  • Familiar with ISO 9001 standards.
  • Experience with planning methodologies including MRP, ERP, and inventory/supply chain management.
  • Competency in MS Office, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelors Degree in a related business or technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience.
  • Five years experience in quality and/or manufacturing, continuous improvement.
  • Three years experience certification with Lean Six Sigma.
  • Familiarity with adhesive and web handling manufacturing ?ows, product lines, and adhesive tape product applications is a plus.
  • Professional project management certification preferred.
  • Training in change management methodology preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

  • Sitting for extended periods of time
  • Typing
  • Talking on the telephone
  • Walking through manufacturing plants
  • No heavy lifting

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Time split between climate-controlled office environment, and ambient temperature manufacturing and logistics environments. Requires use of all appropriate PPE (e.g. steel-toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection).

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Project leadership regarding cost savings, quality improvement, service improvement, and new product development projects.
  • Collaborate with Plant Management, Quality Management, Product Management to identify, reduce, and eliminate chronic sources of customer complaints, raw material quality issues, waste/scrap, and resolve production deficiencies.
  • Facilitate improvement projects, utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Conduct statistical assessments with appropriate follow-up to reduce variability and/or achieve OEE targets.
  • Summarize and present completed project results and recommendations for improvements.
  • Create key process ?ows and/or value stream maps.
  • Develop recommendations and implement improvements to support corporate and plant goals, requirements, and sustainment of improvements.
  • Technical resource for key products and processes.
  • Assist with the maintenance of the ISO system to the appropriate standard.
  • Support for ISO quality systems at the corporate and/or plant level.
  • Develop and maintain work instructions.
  • Conduct customer complaint investigations.
  • Re?nement of testing frequencies and methods based on customer needs and statistical analysis.
  • Gages R&R studies.
  • Promote use of Lean Six Sigma methodology and tools (DMAIC, Lean, Kaizen, Supplier, and Design for Six Sigma).