Creativity, innovative thinking, and the manufacturing of top-quality products have put Lyons Magnus at the forefront of the food industry. Lyons is involved in each phase of the food manufacturing process, from growing raw materials to marketing the finished products – and everything in between. Lyons produces more than 2,000 different items for the industrial ingredient and food service segments, designing products for some of the top restaurant chains in the country, as well as international accounts.

This huge undertaking could not be done without a diverse and talented staff. At Lyons, our people are the heart of our organization. Lyons is proud to cultivate a thriving work environment with satisfied and productive employees engaged in creating the future – the company’s and their own.

Lyons Magnus is seeking a Continuous Improvement Coordinator at its Beloit Facility. This is a Mon-Fri position, with overtime and weekends as needed.

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Coordinator will utilize problem-solving methodologies to implement process improvements - enhancing business performance and building capability. The CI coordinator will provide a full range of productivity services to facilitate direct cost-reduction programs for the facility.

Essential Duties

• Work with Lean Manufacturing concepts assisting with developing practical solutions to analytical problems.
• Work with department leaders to complete RCA's
• Act as a resource to our plants and administrative departments, helping to identify, plan, and implement continuous improvement projects and documentation.
• Support ongoing financial benefits and Food Safety improvements through hands-on interaction.
• Support internal training and project implementation.
• Provide timely project status updates, feedback, appropriate reporting, and project logging.
• Provide/support training to others in the Continuous Improvement ideas.
• Work with manufacturing processes and personnel to help implement efficiency gains and process improvement.
• Support follow-up programs with achieved savings completed training, and ensure the projects' overall continuity.
• Work with Standard Operating Procedures and Job Aid documents for standardization.
• Work with Lyons personnel on best practice ideas and new standards, and advocate for positive change.
• Utilize programs in place to support organizational communication, documentation, and trends.
• Assist with pulling data to build dashboards that appropriately display information.
• Actively engage with the team to solicit information, ideas, and new initiatives and help with production when needed.
• Perform other tasks as necessary.

Additional Information

Our compensation program is designed to attract, motivate, and retain the very best people. Lyons Magnus offers a comprehensive benefits plan that includes: Health, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Sec. 125, 401(k) plan, and more. If you meet these requirements and are eager to join a dynamic company poised for further growth, please respond with your cover letter and salary requirements.

To learn more about Lyons Magnus, LLC its products and core values, visit www.lyonsmagnus.com, or follow us on Instagram or Twitter.

Lyons Magnus is an Equal Opportunity Employer and with opportunities for advancement. 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.

• This organization participates in E-Verify.

Requirements

• Demonstrable knowledge of CI techniques to solve problems – discussion of previous projects and exercises will be required during the interview.
• Results-oriented with good project management, organizational, and prioritization skills while working effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Must have strong communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and maintain credibility across all levels in the business.
• Food manufacturing and/or aseptic beverage experience is highly preferred.
• Candidate must display a strong understanding of Microsoft Office products with particular knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Flexible hours and weekends may be required.

Education, etc.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• An associates degree in a related field preferred
• 2-3 years of coordinator or continuous improvement experience is desired.

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