Continuous Improvement Specialist
$60,000–$60,000 year
On-siteRosemont, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Lead continuous improvement projects within the Quality Systems team by creating, implementing, and standardizing processes while supporting the Master Black Belt. Build models and analyze complex data sets to drive root cause analysis and preventative actions across departments. Provide baseline training on quality principles and establish a culture of process-based improvement. Manage the project pipeline, write standard operating procedures, and collaborate with stakeholders to solve complex problems. Requires a bachelor's degree in science with two years of engineering or food science experience, strong data analytics skills, and willingness to travel up to 25%. Reports to the Master Black Belt.
Required Qualifications
- Authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employment sponsorship
- Minimum bachelor's degree in science
- 2 years of experience in engineering, food science, food technology, food manufacturing, microbiology, or related field; or a minimum 5 years of equivalent experience
- Be extremely self-motivated and constantly curious
- Strong understanding of Data Analytics and Process Improvement Principles
- Strong understanding of Data Management principles
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills (knowledge of statistical, lookup/reference, and complex logic functions)
- Ability to problem solve and work in a fast-paced environment without a lot of structure and/or supervision
- Proven experience communicating with a range of different stakeholders and strong presentation skills
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time
Desired Qualifications
- database management experience is preferred
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