Industrial Efficiency Specialist

6 days ago


West Columbia, South Carolina, United States Aspire Bakeries Full time

Aspire Bakeries is a leading North American baking company with a strong presence in specialty frozen baked goods. Our innovative food portfolio includes a wide range of products such as breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins, and pastries from well-known brands like La Brea Bakery, Otis Spunkmeyer, and Oakrun Farm Bakery.

We have 13 bakeries across North America, and our commitment to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends, and exceeding customer expectations sets us apart. Our core values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity, and Care guide us in delivering exceptional People Safety, Food Safety, Quality, and Collaboration.

This is an hourly role that plays a crucial part in implementing and developing Advanced Manufacturing systems in specific areas or production lines. As the Industrial Efficiency Specialist, you will be responsible for driving efficiency through centerline definition, standard development, and the implementation of control strategies that empower operators to address out-of-control situations effectively.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Facilitating line loss analysis (waste elimination and yield improvement) and line throughput improvement plans
  • Leading transformation analysis and centerline definition, along with associated standard development
  • Analyzing daily and shift line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities
  • Spend time on the floor to gather information on stops, centerlines, and changeovers over the past 24 hours
  • Investigating initial root cause of top stops
  • Developing a plan for the day for ownership areas

You will work closely with maintenance leads and Process Owners to develop daily and weekly strategies to eliminate losses and enhance overall operational performance. To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A high school diploma or GED
  • 2 years of manufacturing environment experience
  • 5+ years in food manufacturing, preferably with experience leading Continuous Improvement projects and Lean manufacturing concepts
  • Yellow or Green Belt certifications are preferred

Estimated Salary: $65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on location and experience.



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