Continuous Improvement Leader

About Us:

BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.

Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.

Job Description:

Location:

• Strong preference for local candidates or candidates willing to relocate to the Baltimore, MD area
• We are open to remote candidates based in the EST (Eastern Standard Time) timezone who are willing to travel 75% to the site

Position Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Leader will lead the deployment of Barry-Wehmiller’s operating model, the BW Way, across the organization. This position will be focused on driving both short and long-term strategic goals, driving a culture of Continuous Improvement while achieving year-over-year performance improvement.  As a key member of this team, this role will impact results and culture by establishing standards, institutionalizing management systems, and ensuring effective problem-solving skills (& tool capability) across the organization.

• Support the organization in achieving SQDC and financial objectives through effective application of the Business System tools and methodologies to achieve continuous improvement.
• Lead and drive CI Roadmaps for assigned businesses.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members and leaders on continuous improvement methods based on Subject Matter Expertise. Ability to both formally train and "stop and teach" while at Gemba.
• Lead and coach multiple projects and Kaizen events simultaneously through both a hands-on and influential approach.
• Build, activate, and optimize continuous improvement capabilities to support excellence in planning and execution of business goals.
• Create future state processes in conjunction with the business unit and functional teams.
• Lead the implementation of the BW Way system across sites.
  • X-matrix alignment
  • Kaizen facilitation
• Operational Excellence - BW Way talent development
  • Create a roadmap to developing Continuous Improvement Excellence talent throughout the organization.
  • Provide ongoing coaching and development.
• Identify and lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives using data to target and drive cost and lead time reduction.
• Champion process improvement, commercial excellence, and cross-facility collaboration to achieve optimized performance across our manufacturing footprint and the achievement of business goals.
• Analyze key metrics and apprise stakeholders of observed trends, inconsistencies, and opportunities.
• Help drive customer trust and business sustainability.

Qualifications & Skills:

• 8-10 years of related work experience driving continuous improvement in a high-performing organization.
• Be a strong communicator who can effectively lead and mobilize people through positive interactions.
• Have a strong global perspective with the ability to connect across cultures and navigate complex relationships.
• Have a demonstrated ability to lead through influence to drive higher levels of business performance.
• Be adept in continuous improvement toolsets (Lean, Toyota Production System, etc.)
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze complex business issues and turn vision and strategy into practical, actionable, and quantifiable plans.
• Proven Successful application of multiple CI tools: 80/20. Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Lean Conversion, Standard work, Visual Daily Management, Advanced Problem Solving.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate Kaizen-type events to produce measurable improvements (Financial, Service, quality, etc.)

The approximate pay range for this position is $135,000 - 180,000 annually. Please note that the pay range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting and may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, and geographic location. Our complete benefits package includes: medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401k plan with company match. 

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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying.  We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions.  Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

BW Papersystems