What’s the job?

The Operational Excellence Manager assists with overseeing all functions within the Peachtree City facility; production, maintenance, quality, shipping, and continuous improvement to ensure efficient and profitable manufacturing operations. Works closely with the Plant Manager and Operations Manager in a cross functional capacity to help develop floor supervision, promote positive labor relations, and provide communication feedback to all levels of the organization. Contributes to the success of the operation by leading and facilitating process improvement projects with accuracy and effectiveness in mind. Assists with the planning and goal setting process by developing, recommending, implementing, and achieving operational plans, goals, budgets, and capital requirements. The position will report to the Plant Manager and assist with strategic and capital expenditures planning.

Maintains open, candid and continuous communications with personnel from all functions to ensure that essential information is disseminated to insure accomplishment of critical business objectives and customer satisfaction. Lead and facilitate process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and implement operational excellence strategies and roadmaps in alignment with organizational goals, ensuring integration with business processes and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for cost reduction, proposing innovative solutions to address these issues. Leading and motivating their team to achieve objectives while adhering to company policies and regulations Conducting research and analysis to identify operational strengths and weaknesses. Developing and executing improvement projects Review plant-operating practices ensuring that safety, production, and quality standards are maintained/enhanced. Assure appropriate working climate by maintaining proper discipline, morale, and employee relations. Participate in planning and/or decision making in matters concerning financial and operational problems, inventory control, plant policy, Facility/Maintenance issues and staffing. Support the identification, development, and drive implementation of new manufacturing methods, equipment, material planning, quality improvement, and Lean and Six Sigma methods. Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage. Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilities. Attend all plant safety meetings including Central EHS – participating members of a plant EH&S Team. Conduct weekly SMAT Audits or any other requirements as requested by Manager. Perform other duties as assigned.