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Plant Continuous Improvement Manager-March 2024
Conyers
Mar 28, 2026
About Plant Continuous Improvement Manager

  Overview

  The goal of this position is to demonstrate maximum efficiency across the network of manufacturingfacilities, continuously assessing critical processes and systems in Pactiv Evergreen and implementingprograms that will have long-term benefits. From these technical assessments, develop and implementtargeted plans that address gaps in the facilities. As our manufacturing technology, automation andopportunity for optimization increase, we must transfer knowledge, network and leverage bestpractices within our manufacturing sites as we continue to develop a Lean Management System to runour facilities, as well as optimizing plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of thePactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS).

  Responsibilities

  Essential Job Functions:

  Develop plans, schedules, and budgets for projects to improve existing processes and to support thePactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS).

  Identify, prioritize and execute continuous improvement activities through standardization andconsistency.

  Supports lean improvement process with techniques such as Kaizen.

  Identify cost savings through research or product requirements, manufacturing methods andequipment modifications.

  Improve manufacturing organization by analyzing workflow, space requirements and equipmentlayout with the goal of cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.

  Bridge the gap between technical and operational teams, executing a range of CI solutions thatmove operations beyond current state to the next level of efficiency.

  Identify and manage resources, internal and external, that are needed to execute the targeted skillsdevelopment.

  Has knowledge in the areas of: 5S, SMED, TPM, VSM, PDCA or equivalent, A3 Problem Solving.

  Ensure adherence to Lean Methodology, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Daily Management,Layered Audit Process and Business Plan development to eliminate waste.

  Qualifications

  Education:

  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

  Experience:

  5+ years of plant experience in technical or management roles

  Travel:

  Occasional; less than 25% of time

  Preferred Skills Proven ability to facilitate change.• Strong organizational skills to include: Tracking, coordination across multiple programs, effectivereporting of status and results to both Plant management and senior management.• Experience working across multiple locations at one time• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of statistical methods and process improvementtechniques.• Effective communication skills (written and verbal), team building and demonstrated leadershipskills with all levels in the organization.• Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) a plus• Must have Microsoft Office experience with advanced Excel Skills.• Safety - Demonstrates a safety first mindset in all situations.

  Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE)is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.

  The plant was acquired by Pactiv in 2003, manufactures PET and Polypropylene Lids & ESL Trays, and has approximately 180 employees. The Conyers plant was awarded Pactiv safety plant of the year 2018, Foodservice BU Environmental plant of the year 2019.

  Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email [email protected].

  All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

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  Job Locations US-GA-Conyers

  ID 2023-23844

  Category Operations

  Position Type Full Time

  Pay Type Salaried

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