At Winland, our purpose is to manufacture high quality food affordable to all. We are seeking motivated, self-driven individuals seeking growth opportunities in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. Investindustrial, our parent company is a leading investment group with strong private label acumen and proven results. Investindustrial is experienced in the food and beverage sector, focused on long-term value creation. The combined revenues and global reach of the divested meals categories and Investindustrial’s existing La Doria business will position them as one of the largest suppliers of private label food products in the world. ​

Our people make Winland a success and our culture is built around our teams. We act with integrity, doing what we say we will do, we value learning and celebrate our progress. We foster an environment that encourages all employees to be heard and value the contributions and ideas of others. ​

We are an essential business, and we offer competitive pay and benefits package. ​

We are primarily a private label food manufacturer for several retail companies that you most likely have visited. As a private label company we manufacture a variety food and beverage products under the retail companies’ brands. We also have some branded products in the pasta category; i.e. Prince, Mueller’s, Luxway, and others.​

We have 14 locations in the U.S., Canada and Italy. Products we make include pasta, dry dinners, syrups, sauces, pita, preserves and pie filling plus a few more. ​

So, if you like pasta, focused on winning and working in a clean manufacturing environment, please apply to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY:

CI Specialist / SME will be responsible for operations support and a leadership role within one or more functions of the Continuous Improvement Group including Focused Improvement Pillar Membership, Project Leader roles and supporting assigned cell. Also the Subject Matter Expert (SME) and site owner for IQS, perform troubleshooting and system improvement while working with other IQS Owners to sustain consistency. This position will communicate with both the plant floor and leadership on a regular basis, good written and verbal communication skills are a must along with a strong computer/systems background.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

o Act as the sites technical expert for IQS – lead efforts to troubleshoot and resolve both daily and long-term hardware, software and infrastructure issues.

o Maintain IQS System performance, functionality and accuracy of data

o Understand interdependency of IQS and other IT systems and can adequately troubleshoot and resolve issues.

o Develop, upload and maintain electronic check sheets, assets and events in support of department requirements

o Develop, maintain and improve system reporting based on both current and future needs.

o Work with the plant leadership team to fully leverage IQS capabilities.

o Maintain / modify user permissions, passwords and roles.

o Act as liaison with vendor and corporate resources for system upgrades, modifications or new development requirements.

o Assist other groups within the plant to analyze and pull data from IQS.

o Support and work with other site IQS owners to maintain system consistency and resolve issues – multiple plant impact

o Continuous Improvement Support

o Active member of Focused Improvement Team and support plant results by leading project teams to reduce losses and Implement countermeasures.

o Support assigned Cell Team

o Skilled in and support all CI Initiatives including 5S, Center lining, Loss Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Autonomous Maintenance, Review and Response and other CI Processes as needed

o Work with teams to deliver plant results by providing support, leadership, loss analysis and implementing CI Processes

o Daily interaction with all positions and levels in the plant and outside of the plant

o Other duties as assigned

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

· Results Oriented: self-motivated, creates daily priorities based on long term goals and objectives, ability to manage time and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal management

· Strong Team Player who contributes to developing a positive culture through supporting others and being a role model.

· Demonstrates high ethics and upholds organizational values

· Should hold 2 year technical degree (BS/BA Preferred)

· Experience in manufacturing environment preferred with the ability to understand manufacturing processes and process flows

· Strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills.

· Strong communication skills

· Create and deliver training material in an effective manner

· Need to be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, customers and vendors.

· Communicate SME knowledge to others within Platform and Company

· Creativity and problem solving skills. Background in Continuous Improvement a plus.

· Computer literate: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, AS 400 systems (PKMS & LX), QPort, IQS, MII and other data /information programs as needed.

· Strong technical background

· Previous experience in leading a team and managing projects is preferred

· Able to work a flexible schedule (including some weekends)

· Able to travel if job requires <10%

· Good Safety and Attendance record

· Must be willing to assume additional responsibilities and duties as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Ability to walk, stand for extended periods along with ability to climb stairs and ladders.

· Ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds

· Ability to sit and stand for long periods of times

· Ability to perform essentials functions of this job

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Mask usage optional, temperature screening optional, social distance in place, and enhanced sanitizing 4-8 hours.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tolleson, AZ 85353: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 4 years (Preferred)
• Manufacturing: 4 years (Preferred)
• Continuous improvement: 4 years (Preferred)
• Problem management: 4 years (Preferred)
• Technical project management: 4 years (Preferred)
• Strong communication skills: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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