Focus Improvement Associate Manager

Unilever • Jonesboro, AR • 2d ago

Job Location: Jonesboro, ArkansasThe Focus Improvement Associate Manager leads the end-to-end capability agenda for the factory while driving loss elimination and performance improvement on the shop floor. This role will lead all training initiatives to develop curriculum and ensure training effectiveness through company assigned metrics. This individual will apply UMS / Focused Improvement (FI) methodology to eliminate defects, waste, and losses across Safety, Quality, Cost Deployment, Customer Service, and Logistics. You'll be a part of a team that believes in doing work that matters -- for people and the planet.Because here, we don't just hire for jobs. We invite you to be a part of something bigger.Key Responsibilities

Training Strategy & Execution

Develop and maintain curricula, reference guides, instructor/participant guides, job aids, and train-the-trainer toolkits.

Lead monthly training per the training matrix and maintain qualification standards.

Propose development programs aligned with site priorities.

Manage training budget and optimize spend.

Improve course content and delivery based on feedback.

Communicate training events and resources.

Conduct follow-up studies to measure training effectiveness.

Build e-learning modules; Adobe Captivate skills a plus.

Focused Improvement (UMS) & Loss Elimination

Lead or support Focused Improvement (FI) activities by guiding teams through phenomena identification, root cause confirmation, countermeasure development, and verification of effectiveness.

Partner closely with production, quality, safety, and engineering teams to analyze losses and translate findings into targeted training, improved standards, and operator capability building.

Lead or support Focused Improvement (FI) activities by guiding teams through phenomena identification, root cause confirmation, countermeasure development, and verification of effectiveness.

Facilitate cross-functional workshops to drive performance improvement in Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Productivity.

Partner with pillar leads to target zero defects, waste, and losses.

Improve line stability and output across work centers.

Coach teams in abnormality tagging, standard work, and escalation.

People Leadership & Engagement

Lead and develop the trainer community.

Collaborate with line leaders to plan training and FI activities.

Facilitate workshops and drive a learning culture that delivers results

Metrics & Sustainment

Define KPIs for training effectiveness.

Track FI impact (OEE, scrap, defects, stops, etc.).

Conduct audits and ensure sustainment of standards.

Align to Site Metrics to drive results through FI

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related training discipline.

5+ years of related work experience in manufacturing environment leading OpEx initiatives.

Must demonstrate a flair for improvement in engineering and technical skills.

2+ years of related work experience (WCM/TPM principles), Six Sigma, confident in applying problem solving tools (5W+1H, 4M, 5 Whys) in manufacturing setting is preferred.

Attention to detail, bias for action, accountability, written and verbal communication skills, data collection and analysis, problem solving, decision-making, teamwork, and judgement.

Pay: The pay range for this position is $88,600 to $133,000. Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Long-Term Incentive (LTI): This position is LTI eligible.

Benefits: Unilever employees are eligible to participate in our benefits plan. Should the employee choose to participate, they can choose from a range of benefits to include, but is not limited to, health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage), retirement savings benefits, life insurance and disability benefits, parental leave, sick leave, paid vacation and holidays, as well as access to numerous voluntary benefits. Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee. Unilever is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. For more information on your federal rights, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\KnowYourRights\screen\reader\10_20.pdf)

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, credit check and DMV check.

If you are an individual with a disability in need of assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please contact us at NA.Accommodations@unilever.com . Please note: This email is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry about positions or application statuses. The Protected Veterans or Individuals with Disabilities AAP narratives are available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment Monday through Friday during normal business hours at establishment.

Job Category: Supply Chain

Job Type: Full time

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