MM Group (MM) is a leading global producer of carton board and folding cartons with an attractive offer in craft paper and uncoated fine papers for various end applications. MM promotes sustainable development through innovative, recyclable packaging and paper products.Our heart beats for talents - be one of them!To strengthen our Team in Puerto Rico, we are looking for anCI EngineerYour roleThis Continuous Improvement position is accountable for identifying and completing projects and key initiatives at the plant level through the use of Six Sigma, Lean, and Project Management methodologies. Working with plant leadership, managers, supervisors, engineering and quality teams to ensure the Continuous Improvement program is deployed effectively ensuring initialization of continuous improvement systems and tools are used and sustained to accelerate business improvement initiatives. They will work closely with the Regional Continuous Improvement Manager to identify and drive Continuous Improvement initiatives that result in performance and customer satisfaction improvement. Develop continuous improvement – lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies in the day to day operationsFacilitate process improvement teams and provide counsel and assistance to the project team leaders with respect to facilitation techniques, quality systems, continual improvement, people development and safety improvement.Assist in the facilitation of key programsLead workshops resulting in tangible key performance indicator improvementsDeploy the appropriate People / Safety / Quality / Cost / Delivery / Productivity metrics and management routines at all levels of the organizationContribute to strategic planning at the plant levelAct as a change agent (leader) to instill a Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement culture on site and in related areas of the companyEnsure through audits that tools are appropriately and effectively usedDevelop and maintain the site's annual 12-months rolling lean implementation plan based on the strategic planDevelop, manage, and report progress of the lean deployment plan with site management (based on current and future state Value Stream Maps, site performance improvement targets, and Group / Business standards, policies and best practices)Support site management in its strategic planning process and its implementation by taking ownership of relevant projects, that are a subset of the core responsibilities, and by taking a leading role in other key programsContribute to the Continuous Improvement network development. Ensure 2-way communication throughout the continuous improvement organization. This includes communicating project status and coordinating activities between the Regional Continuous Improvement Manager and other Continuous Improvement Managers/Leaders. This includes capturing project lessons learned and submitting activity reports. Understand all environmental policies and significant environmental impact of job activitiesUnderstand all safety policies and significant safety impact of job activitiesAssist leadership in the planning, development, coordination, support, and execution of high impact (immediate and long term) improvement plans for effective and sustainable cost saving initiatives while making sure lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives are aligned with customer focused metrics. Work with local financial representative to validate project justification and success when necessary.Promote the use of metrics and data to drive project focus.Your ProfileBachelor's Degree required; Engineering preferred.Minimum 5 years of manufacturing or similar experience.Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred but not requiredExperience in facilitating Kaizen workshops with demonstrated high impact results.Demonstrate formal training and experience with Value Stream Management tools, Kaizen methods, and strategy deployment as well as demonstrated strengths in strategic business assessment and business planning.A demonstrated understanding of Lean principles such as Value Stream Mapping, Just-In-Time, Demand Flow, Single Piece Flow, Continuous Improvement Process, Kaizen, SPC, Six Sigma and Communication Tools, and Statistical Problem SolvingThorough understanding of lean tools such as standardized work, 5S, SMED, TPM, Kanban, MIFA, Error Proofing and etc.Understanding and experience with problem solving methods like 8D PPS or A3 Thorough understanding of the DMAIC methodology Analytical skills including key statistical methods commonly used in Six SigmaHas high energy and experience inspiring and motivating cross-functional teams.Previous Program/Project management with demonstrated project results from concept thru completionPrevious operations management experience preferred.Our offerWe offer you a job in a stable, international company with long-term growth plans. In addition, interesting and empowering roles in a team that lives our values of responsibility, collaboration, passion, and performance every day.Moreover, we also offer individual development opportunities, a wide range of MM-Academy training courses, as well as further benefits:* 401k Plan* Health Insurance* Dental Insurance* Short & Long Term Disability* Basic Life InsuranceInterested? We look forward to receiving your resume!
