Improvement Technician (Piece) at Basic American Foods

Summary The Improvement Technician is a member of the Autonomous Core Team who provides crew support in plant processes under the direction of the Process Manager to implement improvements that ensure value stream objectives are met and improve human performance process performance food safety human safety environmental and sanitation performance.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrate a daily commitment to the continuous improvement process by following Lean Manufacturing principles and the Basic Principles. Responsible for tracking coordinating building (within ability) scheduling and implementing employee suggestions as they are prioritized through the Rapid Improvement Board approval process. This responsibility includes the capturing of implemented suggestions for later reference of quantity and general concept.Responsible as a core member of the Autonomous Team to assist with investigations problem solving efforts improvement events safety events Quality Hazard Analysis reviews implementing/improving preventative maintenance methods and all planning activities. Duties do not include performing/completing preventative maintenance work as part of the regular job function; only when assigned as a singular and unique action by the Process Manager.Responsible for attending Tier 1 & Tier 2 level meetings and completing actions assigned therein. Also responsible for attending improvement meetings for all teams/processes assigned to the incumbents supervising Process maintain the highest standards of ethics and integrity while embodying the tenets of What We Stand For and The Basic maintain the highest standards of data management by creating consistent reliable data which will ensure accuracy and in turn maximize the use of data and confidence in decision manage safety by ensuring compliance with all Federal and State regulations and internal Company policies. Regularly complete behavior based safety observations. Ensure unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.A trained designee will be appointed by management to cover for absences and vacanciesAll employees are responsible for upholding the principles of SQF employees are responsible for immediately reporting any food safety food quality or plant security issues to management for appropriate action Other duties may be assigned.Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.Qualifications To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each of the essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Other QualificationsMust be familiar with IFS Historian Excel and Microsoft Outlook SuiteQualified in two or more Piece Process LinesPartnering and supporting cross-functional teamsIntermediate technical knowledge of mechanical work; such as operating common hand and power tools ability to measure draw build and install basic conceptual designs and understand established maintenance protocols.Demonstrate resourcefulness and unconventional thinking to resolve commonly recurring problemsDemonstrate a passion for improving current methods and processes through actionDemonstrate initiative follow-through effective interpersonal skills and planning and organizational skillsEducation and/or Experience High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Experiential learning giving the incumbent the ability to successfully meet all listed requirements of this position.Language Skills Have the ability to read and comprehend simple to complex instructions correspondence and memos. Have the ability to effectively present information verbally in one-on-one conversations and in small group (<10) situations.Mathematical Skills Have the ability to do basic math (i.e. addition subtraction multiplication division and the conversion of fractions and percentages). At BAF we are an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and strive to create a supportive and inclusive community of individuals committed to helping each other and our company thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ethnicity disability religion national origin gender gender identity gender expression marital status sexual orientation age protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Required Experience:IC Key Skills Business Intelligence,Children Activity,Business Analysis,Corporate Sales,ABB,Corporate Development Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1