Business Unit Productivity Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Evaluate workflows, labor utilization, equipment performance, and production processes.

• Detect bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost reduction.

• Spearhead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Create and execute standardized work procedures.

• Measure and track productivity KPIs such as labor productivity, OEE, throughput, capacity utilization, cycle time, and downtime.

• Develop reporting tools and dashboards to monitor performance trends.

• Conduct time studies, work measurements, and value stream mapping.

• Optimize staffing models and resource allocation strategies.

• Enhance plant layouts, material flow, and workplace organization.

• Support 5S and visual management initiatives.

• Assess automation possibilities and collaborate on technology implementations.

• Assist with digital transformation initiatives involving MES, AI, IFP, Streamline, Infinity ERP, data analytics, and workflow automation.

• Lead cross-functional projects aimed at improving productivity.

• Develop business cases and conduct ROI analyses.

• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

• Present findings and recommendations to leadership on a monthly basis.

• Train employees in Lean tools and process improvement methodologies.

• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and support change management for new processes and technologies.

• Report to the Director of Operations and collaborate with colleagues across the organization.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, process improvement, or industrial engineering.

• Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

• Willingness to travel 60–75% of the time.

• Direct experience in extrusion blow molding is preferred but not mandatory.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis.

• Experience with data visualization and reporting tools, including Power BI and Excel.

• Knowledge of ERP/SAP/MRP systems.

• Skills in process mapping and workflow optimization.

• Project management capabilities.

• Experience with SMED (Quick Changeovers).

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.

• Certified Manufacturing Engineer (CMfgE) is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Basic life insurance.

• Company 401K Employee Saving Plan.

• Employee Wellness Program.

• Paid time off in accordance with company policy and state law requirements.