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How will you fit in the big picture?
The Process Lead will help drive the Hershey Lean program at the Plant by developing and implementing process improvements and building operator capabilities in a TPM environment. This leader will drive process, system and operational improvements that are integral to facilitate in our vison to create a zero-loss culture. A core function of the role will be developing standards for executing tasks on the line (e.g.: changeovers) and training operators and mechanics to execute standards properly.
The Process Lead will own the centerline and changeover Daily Management Systems, in addition to driving actions through the other Daily Management Systems. He / she will own tracking and maintain the loss data on the line to ensure top losses are being addressed. The process lead is responsible to advance the zero-loss mindset though harnessing data and communicating the losses in an unbiased manner paired with a problem-solving methodology to rid the process of the loss. The Process Lead is a member Focused Improvement pillar and line centric leadership team, works in tight collaboration across the Business Unit team.
What will you do?
Drive daily problem solving and data driven planning as the problem-solving leader for the assigned Business Unit
Coach operators/mechanics on executing standards
Implement and sustain Hershey Lean program
Develop and manage equipment centerlines as needed
Improve and implement rapid changeover/Time To target Production initiatives
Develop standards for executing tasks on the line
Driving process efficiency on multiple production lines
Partner with project engineers/teams to ensure successful systems start-up during design and start-up
Assist in financial valuation for pipeline items, capital projects, new item costing, etc.
Provide visibility of top losses & Zero-Based Analysis across the site
Development of data collection through OsiPi, and development of improvement projects.
To be a Leader in Lean Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering initiatives: RCA, 8D’s, SMED, Kaizen events, KANBAN, VSM, Time emotion study, Headcount optimization, Justin time, 5s etc.
Minimum Education & Requirements
BS degree in engineering or related discipline strongly preferred
3+ years’ experience in an automated manufacturing environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing
Green Belt/ Black belt is preferred
TPM experience is preferred
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The anticipated base salary range for this role is $84,960 to $106,200 per year. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of job‑related factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skill set, education, and training. In addition to a market-competitive base salary, our Total Rewards package includes performance‑based incentives and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package designed to support overall physical, mental, and financial well‑being (as applicable). Learn more about Hershey’s benefits and all the resources Hershey provides to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well‑being by visiting the Hershey Digital Employee Experience at www.askHRbenefits.hersheys.com
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans. You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. You can request an accommodation via phone or email.To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information. You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.
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