Continuous Improvement Manager

What does a cell phone in your pocket, a spaceship, and an electric vehicle have in common?

Ellsworth Adhesives specs in materials in each of those products!

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer currently has a Distribution Continuous Improvement Manager opportunity at Ellsworth Adhesives.

This role reports into our corporate location in Germantown, WI.

Are you passionate about driving operational excellence across our distribution networks, incorporating visual daily management, while leveraging your project management expertise?

Want to continue to grow your career? This is an exciting time to be a part of Ellsworth, come join our team!

Ellsworth Corporation is a family-run company that has had continuous growth for over 50 years. We are an industry-leading global distributor, manufacturer, and packager of adhesives used by cell phone, medical device, space / aerospace, and electric vehicle industries! Click to see our state-of-the-art facility and distribution center and learn more about our business, and to find out more about the industries we serve, and to learn about our consumer and manufacturing divisions.

You will identify improvement opportunities, implements strategic initiatives, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement to ensure the highest standards of performance and customer service.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development and execution of a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy for the distribution function, aligning with the company's overall objectives.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing existing distribution processes, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing best practices and innovative solutions.
• Oversees multiple improvement projects concurrently, from initiation to completion, including scope definition, resource allocation, timeline management, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication.
• Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to distribution team members on continuous improvement methodologies and practices.
• Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of distribution operations, monitors performance regularly, and implements corrective actions as necessary.

PERKS & BENEFITS

As an industry leader, we offer a competitive wage, bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefit package which includes Health, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k), Employee Assistance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, Wellness Program, Social Events, Community Involvement and much more! for a summary of Employee Benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Project Management Certification (PMP) preferred.
• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience with 2 years management experience in distribution operations.
• Knowledge and experience with TPS-Toyota Management Systems, and VDM -Visual Daily Management, preferred.
• Proven / successful track record in distribution management or related field, with expertise in continuous improvement, visual management, distribution network optimization, and project management.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and DMAIC- Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and the ability to drive change and deliver results.
• Proven experience opening, consolidating, moving, and closing distribution centers.
• Knowledge and experience in Network Optimization including Inventory Segmentation 80 / 20 methodology preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams at all levels of the organization.

Ellsworth Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, pregnancy, genetics, or any other legally protected status.

If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation for any part of our employment process, please follow the instructions on our page of our Careers website.

Ellsworth Corporation is an industry leading global corporation, we specialize in the distribution, manufacturing and custom packaging of adhesives, specialty chemicals and dispensing equipment.

We stand apart from the competition by going above and beyond high quality products. We offer expert assistance, valuable services, decades of experience, and a host of resources to ensure we're providing the best possible solution for our customers’ applications.

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