Continuous Improvement Manager

Company Description

POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

The role of the Continuous Improvement Manager is to use sound analytical methods, software skills, change management, and communication tools to evaluate manufacturing processes, develop business cases around improvements, and project manage these implementations. As the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will play a key leadership role in the strategy creation across multiple projects.

This role will require onsite, 5 days a week, presence in the POM Wonderful headquarters in Del Rey, CA near Fresno. 

Job Description

• Lead Supply Chain initiatives focused on driving manufacturing operational excellence with accountability to improve manufacturing processes and quality of service while balancing financial objectives
• Conduct plant equipment capacity and reliability analysis to identify improvement initiatives aimed at increasing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Build a manufacturing excellence plan to achieve world-class OEE performance utilizing inputs such as historical data, long range production forecast, available resources, capacity and demand, and constraints
• Partner cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders, to drive the execution of key initiatives captured on the manufacturing excellence roadmap
• Train and support process owners and operators in the use of data analytics to drive short-term interval process adjustments and controls
• Update and provide shop floor visibility to key process performance indicators, i.e., OEE loss reports by cause and data analytics tools
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization, providing training to cross-functional teams on equipment effectiveness, data-driven decision making, short interval controls, lean principles and best practices. 
• Implement upgrades to existing OEE software (EIT) and other applications with the assistance of our internal IT department 
• Build and support advanced data visualizations using EIT, Power BI, Power Apps, or similar software 

Qualifications

• BA or BS preferred in Engineering or Supply Chain Management and minimum 5 years relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience, preferably in a manufacturing
• Prior experience in global business settings with a proven ability to manage large cross-functional projects
• Strong project management skills with experience in implementing and/or improving manufacturing execution systems and data analysis to drive overall equipment effectiveness.
• Solid understanding of Supply Chain principles and best practices 
• Passion for creative, out-of-the-box thinking to develop and vet solutions for the business 
• Ability to communicate effectively and succinctly at all levels of an organization
• High level of proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate, Visio 
• Knowledge in applying continuous improvement techniques and analytical tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and Six Sigma (DMAIC) to achieve improved business results
• Self-motivated, high-energy individual who can function in a high demand, performance-driven environment 
• Excellent analytical skills with proven data visualization skills 
• EIT manufacturing execution system and Oracle ERP experience a plus 

Pay Range: $110,000-$115,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com. 

We’ve made Wonderful® Pistachios America’s fastest-growing snack brand. We’ve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful® into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI® Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN® Wine produces California’s top-selling, high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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