Focused Improvement Specialist

Job Description: Focused Improvement Specialist, ROH - Lewisburg, OH - Onsite This is a critical role for NA Royal Canin to deliver commitments of sustainable growth. The incumbent in this role will need to collaborate across multiple sites and functions (i.e. R&D, Q&FS, S&F, Manufacturing, and Engineering) in order to diagnose, analyze and drive reduction in overall PCC, TRS and NQC. The successful incumbent will need to demonstrate key strengths in influencing without authority at all levels of the organization and negotiation skills to deliver sustainable change. The successful candidate will have strong problem solving and coaching skills, as well as a strong drive for results. Role requires travel (10% approx.) to participate in training and support other Sites What are we looking for? Education BS in Engineering, Supply or Technical field of study with 0-3 years of experience or HS Diploma with 5 years of direct Manufacturing Site experience. Experience: Preferred experience working in relationship-based team environment TPM/WCM/Lean six sigma experience preferred. Certified in Problem Solving Methodologies or similar, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt or actively working towards it is a strong positive Prefer knowledge of Power BI Functional knowledge of factory operations with deep functional knowledge in Problem Solving Methodologies, Data Collection, and value stream mapping Trained in and can demonstrate a variety of problem-solving skills. Working knowledge of SPC (statistical process control), Production reporting and how it can impact NQC & PCC Understanding of site waste reports including Q&FS costs, variance and floor scrap. Knowledge of (and a passion for) best in class Mars business processes and systems solutions Excellent, analytical, and organizational skills. What will be your key responsibilities? Utilize loss analysis methodology and site loss trees to identify, prioritize and execute PCC savings projects across Royal Canin North America Sites Work with Site Industrial Engineer, Area Owners and Operational Leads to make losses visible and deliver the organizational capability to eliminate them. This includes building the problem-solving capability and the process to manage focused improvement initiative with cross-functional teams across the organization. Provide leadership to deploy best practices and Regional initiatives Use tools available such as RCLMS, Scrap and Rework tracking systems and "Go and See" to understand contributing factors for NQC and make recommendations to improve/change. Work directly with and coach multiple site resources to use data-based problem-solving methodologies to reduce NQC and potentially other costs and ensure problems are resolved to root cause. Help the organization by coaching associates at various levels and coordinate resources across multiple sites to deliver DiB in PCC improvements Ensure control methodologies and processes are embedded to prevent re-occurrence. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. #LI-Onsite #LI-MW1 Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,