Continuous Improvement Manager

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Full Time, Management Position – Terminal Island, CA, US Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $165,000.00 Annually Overview Reporting to the Director of Continuous Improvement, the Manager, Continuous Improvement will oversee all aspects of Continuous Improvement in every operational perspective pursuing process excellence and efficiency gains. What you will do All employees have the responsibility to plan and execute our work in ways that prevent injuries. It is an expectation we lead by example and require all employees to adhere to our safety procedure. Establish close collaboration, cooperation and communication with operations teams and assume an ultimate coordinating role and responsibility for overall metric reporting and strategic analysis activities within the operations departments. Forecast & control heavy equipment & chassis usage on the facility to ensure efficient operations. Independently work between operations departments to ensure TOS is properly configured & the strategic plan is followed. Perform post‑mortem analyses to determine effectiveness of operational decisions & use Six Sigma (or similar) methodology to continuously improve facility performance. Regularly review operational KPIs and assist the operations team in designing new or amended KPIs as needed based on business needs. Develop working relationships throughout all departments, at all levels (both management and labor), to understand ongoing business needs. Identify potential improvements in processes and then, in conjunction with other members of the management team, develop, vet, and coordinate the implementation of new procedures needed to support changes, efficiencies, etc. aimed at business optimization. Responsible for establishing and implementing process documentation library, process documentation update and change control, and process documentation access management. Anticipate and plan for process integration opportunities that support business objectives. Create process changes by integrating new processes with existing ones and communicate these changes to all departments to ensure alignment. Perform ad‑hoc analyses for senior management to effectively communicate specific metrics relating to terminal operations. Collaborate with Safety Department to identify, analyze and improve safety performance and eliminate potential hazards. Lead by example, demonstrating YTI’s core values of Collaboration, Caring, and Commitment. What you will bring Undergraduate degree in Business Administration or equivalent four‑year degree is preferred Minimum of 3 years’ experience with business operations or the equivalent combination of education and experience Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for process or project improvements and work independently Demonstrated strong reporting and analysis capabilities Knowledge of Terminal Operating Systems Excellent oral, written and presentation skills Excellent time management skills and detail orientation Excellent computer proficiency (including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong leadership and time management skills Strong interpersonal, presentation and communication skills Strong facilitation, conflict management, problem‑solving and project management skills Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference & regression Ability to effectively model & forecast complex operational processes & flows Ability to work with Minitab or equivalent statistical software Our Benefits We encourage continuous learning and improvement, share knowledge and ideas freely, and have a dynamic and open culture. Work for a company in one of the coolest industries in the world Great leadership team that truly believes in people and treating them well Paid‑Time‑Off – 21 days to start as a new hire 100% company‑paid medical, dental, vision for employee and family #J-18808-Ljbffr