Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager
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Two of the world‘s most recognized ceiling manufacturers have joined forces to combine their technical expertise, expand their range of services and strengthen their long-term international market-leading position.
As a result, Knauf Ceiling Solutions was established and now we are looking for the most talented people, who want to grow together with us. We give you the possibility to create and learn, take ownership and be part of one of the big players in the ceiling market.
Come and join us today!
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead building the deployment of plant Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy and activities, aligned with the Knauf Group direction
- Develop and implement a CI roadmap that supports and guides the plant team into LEAN thinking and a CI mindset, as well as and applying Lean/Continuous methodology best practices, techniques, and global standards for problem solving and performance improvements
- Facilitate CI Workshops at the plant level
- Identify improvement potentials and their implrementation with the on-site teams using lean methods and cross-functional activities
- Perform plant CI assessments and lead completion of action plants to improve performance
- Support CAPEX projects by following throught with plant team
- Suppout/lead on selected CI projects for office-based teams at the plant, e.g. order fulfilment/planning etc.
- Take active participation on Divisional CI Committee meetings and activities
- Demonstrate constructive leadership
YOUR PROFILE
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent, Master's degree preferred, in business, engineering, techinical, supply chain or related
- Deep technical expertise and profound knowledge in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement as well as Six Sigma
- Progressive working-experience in leading process improvement projects in a production environment. Experience from leading CI industry/companies appreciated.
- Exceptional communication, coaching and workshop skills
- Team player, who naturally builds strong relationships
- Analytical thinker with problem solving skills and a structured way of thinking
- Fluent in English
- Positive proactive approach to work
- Leadership skills inspiring teams at all levels to implement continuous improvement culture
WHAT WE OFFER
A varied, interesting and challenging role in an innovative company. You will join a dynamic international team in a modern work environment with flexible working hours. We will provide extensive training, a competitive salary and an attractive range of company benefits.
- Department
- Sustainability, HSE & CI
- Locations
- Wujiang
Wujiang
About Knauf Ceiling Solutions
Knauf Ceiling Solutions is a market-leading brand formed through the union of world-renowned Armstrong Ceiling Solutions and Knauf AMF in 2019. Headquartered in Iphofen, Germany, and supported by a team of experts around the globe, we design and manufacture an unparalleled portfolio of multi-material ceiling and wall system solutions with a commitment to quality, creativity, sustainability, and collaboration.
With dedicated high-profile ceiling professionals in over 99 markets and nine state-of-the-art production facilities across Europe and Asia, we work passionately to ensure that you have the optimal solution for your architectural and performance requirements.
Our mineral, metal, wood wool, and wood design materials offer the highest standards in acoustics, light reflectance, safety, durability, and hygiene to suit a variety of market segments. Whether you’re creating a space for work, play, healing, or growing, our global teams provide local expertise to facilitate your project and elevate your interiors.
Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager
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