Continuous Improvement Manager

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter:

In this role you will drive and implement activity of continuous improvement and operational excellence at our Kiewa site. This will combine strategy development, project and program execution, capability development and organisational culture to provide outcomes of effective and efficient operational performance. This is a newly created role and requires a hands-on approach to drive continuous improvement at a high performing site with a high performing team, where you can have a real impact and one which will utilise your critical thinking, analytical approach, mentoring and experience in senior leadership.

This will include:

• Design & Implement CI Strategy, waste and efficiency improvement, leading change through people and implementing best practice systems and processes. 
• Support functional & cross functional teams with analytics focused on improving the conversation of factory efficiency. 
• Facilitate the development and execution the site strategy (A3, Charter, Pillar or Similar) in conjunction with the wider business priorities.
• Support in the progress of strategies to achieve the annual and future focus plan.
• Coach site leaders in operations in CI skills (e.g. RCA’s, visual boards, initiative evaluation etc.).
• Scope projects and initiated to deliver the budgeted CI for financial year.
• Engage staff at all levels to drive improvement lead, coach and mentor in CI practices.

About you:

We’re looking for someone with:

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Science, Technology, Engineering (or related discipline)
• Minimum 5 years Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Management and/or Project Management experience. Food & beverage industry preferred
• Demonstrated experience planning, developing and implementing programs of work that align to site and corporate objectives.
• Previous experience in undertaking financial and/or technical analysis
• Experienced in managing Continuous Improvement initiatives across multiple functions providing both leadership and mentoring.
• Project Management expertise, skilled in Six Sigma, Lean and TPM methodologies. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of HACCP (preferred)
• Strong customer service, stakeholder engagement skills and communication skills both written and verbal.

We’ll support you with:

• The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by a multinational, values led company.
• Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way.
• Flexible working options where operationally achievable

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Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. 

All applicants require full Australian working rights at the time of applying. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to every applicant.

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.