Continuous Improvement Specialist

We are seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Specialist who is excited to help improve processes, solve problems, and support operational excellence.

Position Summary:

In this role, you will analyze workflows, partner with cross-functional teams, and help lead improvement projects to enhance quality, efficiency, and customer outcomes. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong analytical thinking, project management skills, and hands-on experience with continuous improvement methods such as Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma.

Pay Range: $81,700 - $105,000

Job Duties:

• Analyze current processes, workflows, and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support and manage continuous improvement projects from planning through implementation and follow-up.
• Partner with team members across operations, quality, supply chain, and other functions to gather input and drive solutions.
• Create process maps, track metrics, and prepare reports that show progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
• Help facilitate root cause analysis, problem-solving sessions, and improvement events.
• Monitor results after implementation to ensure changes are effective and sustainable.
• Document standard work, process updates, and lessons learned.
• Communicate project status clearly to stakeholders and escalate risks or roadblocks as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Required: bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, supply chain, industrial engineering, or a related field. Or 3-5 years of relevant experience in continuous improvement, operations, process improvement, manufacturing, or a related environment; internships, co-ops, or project-based experience may also be considered.
• At least two years of experience working in an environment where analytical thinking and problem-solving skills were the norm; must have the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• At least two years of experience coordinating and contributing to complex projects, including managing timelines, tasks, and stakeholders.
• Must have experience working with continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as Lean, Kaizen, 5 Whys, root cause analysis, or Six Sigma.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business tools.
• Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma environments, coursework, or certification required.
• Strong experience using data visualization, reporting, or process mapping tools; Excel/Pivot tables and Power BI, etc. required.
• Must have prior experience participating in improvement workshops, Kaizen events, or operational improvement projects.
• Must have worked in a fast-paced environment and balancing multiple priorities, preferable for a CPG company.

Skills:

• Analytical thinking
• Project management
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Data analysis and reporting
• Process mapping
• Root cause analysis
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Written and verbal communication
• Organization and attention to detail

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability / veteran. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, or veteran status.

Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace environment for our family of employees. MZB-USA recruits and advances qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, religion, marital status, military service, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, or any other status protected by law. MZB-USA also prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind and is fully dedicated to the safety of its workforce.

General Statement

This is a summary description of the general duties and level of work assigned to this position. It is not a full and comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities and tasks.

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