Senior Operational Excellence Manager- Continuous Skills Development

Company: T. Marzetti Company
Location: Reynoldsburg
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

The "Sr. Operational Excellence Manager - CSD Leader" is responsible to define and implement the standards for competency development at Marzetti Operations and drive the strategy to continuously improve a vertical and effective on-boarding program for associates in all levels. Promote the integration of Operations Excellence practices in all corporate and plant roles in the most effective and efficient manner. Overall Corporate (Operations) coordination of "CSD"/Education & Training and "Leadership Development" pillar practices. - -This serves as a change agent and coach for the Plant HR managers / CSD Pillar Leaders and the extended leadership network on effective deployment and execution. - This role is based out of the corporate office located in Columbus, Ohio or can also be remote. Frequent (-75%) travel to plant locations in the U.S.

• Lead the corporate CSD Pillar and its foundations as part of the Marzetti Operations Excellence
• Define, manage, and communicate MOE ("Continuous Skills development" and "Leadership Development" Pillars) rollout plans for the company / business needs
• Owns all associated CSD/LDV systems and tools effectiveness, i.e., (Effective on-boarding, Competency Matrices, learning solutions, technical training centers, change management) including their integration into Daily Routines as well as other systems, tools, processes as they relate to the pillar and Operations Excellence/TPM implementation
• Responsible for implementing and leading the CSD pillar and the Leadership Development foundation across a 15-site network and building a network of strong SME's / pillar owners in each site to drive the change
• Implement a process to assure effective best practice sharing and accelerate mutual progress
• Own the development and execution of a key part of the overall "Marzetti Operations Excellence" roadmap implementation across the USA to deliver business results in all SQPCDM areas
• Provides internal coaching to site leadership teams on "MOE" system implementation to make breakthrough improvements on OEE/Site Capacity and Cost optimization. Strong skills in clearly communicating the why (intent) and the how (execution)
• Drive productivity and efficiency gains through the reduction of Method and competency losses to contribute to yearly cost optimization, productivity and critical OEE goals.
• Responsible to establish a culture of empowerment and rigor through the CSD Pillar governance and measures at all levels through operational reviews.
• Overall management of the company deployment of a digital competence management platform and development of a strategy for a standard work for front-line leaders.
• Develop and implement CSD training, coaching and assessment planning according to roll-out plans (as part of MOE initiatives) and in line with critical corporate priorities.
• Deliver appropriate training and coaching to transfer CSD knowledge to plant Pillar leaders; perform regular coaching visits to the plants, to ensure the correct application of methods and knowledge sharing.
• Coach and mentor plant OPEX leads on "MOE" strategy & implementation, best practices, and role of a OPEX manager in a TPM environment
• Benchmark internally and externally. Be familiar with and drive the organization toward standards that exceed recognized industry best practices.
• Key Partner in Selecting, training, and managing resources within the Operations and Plants CSD Pillar leads.
• Develop a capability building strategy and its training solutions to advance critical competences across the workforce and to infuse a continuous improvement culture across all levels of the organization. Driving the overall design of MOE training curriculum to drive the aligned competency development framework.
  
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering or Supply Chain required. A Master's degree is a plus
  • Proven experience in strategic and practical aspects of Training & Learning. Experience in adult education.
  • Experience in competency building in a multi-cultural organization.
  • Experience in managing people and initiatives remotely
  • Solid and practical experience in the implementation of "World Class Continuous improvement initiatives" in a factory and in a corporate role.
  • Manufacturing leadership experience in positions of increasing responsibility demonstrating excellence in results delivery and standardization of processes.
  • Strong experience with JIPM certification, six sigma certification and/or TPM demonstrated mastery preferred. - -
  • You will have a minimum of 7 years working experience working in manufacturing or other related industry in operations or continuous improvement roles.
  • Expert certified trainer and coach desired.
  • 7+ years of supervisory experience preferred. - -
  • Ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to be well organized.
    Lancaster Colony Corporation and its wholly owned subsidiary T. Marzetti Company are committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It is our goal to provide opportunities that nourish the growth of each individual team member.

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