Job Description

Location: Madison
State: WI
Country: USA

Do you want to help improve food and health around the world?
At Chr. Hansen, food and health is at the heart of everything we do and our natural ingredients are consumed by more than 1 billion people every day. As a global market leader in bioscience, we have the opportunity to address important global challenges such as food waste, healthy living and sustainable agriculture and we need the brightest and most passionate people on board to succeed. We strive to include diversity, equality and inclusion into our actions at work on a daily basis. Want to join us?

What we can offer you!

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - Starts on Day 1! Vision insurance is FREE for employees!
• 401k - up to an 8% contribution (Safe-harbor Company-contribution of 4% of annual base compensation PLUS Company-match of 66 2/3% of first 6% of employee\'s contribution)
• Work/Life Balance - Will be eligible for 10 paid Company holidays PLUS all employees start with 3 weeks of Paid Time Off (prorated in first year)
• Flexibility - Various shift options (shift premiums for off-shifts) and remote work policy
• Training & Development - In-house leadership development program & support of continuous learning (training, seminars and certifications)
• Disability Income Protection
• Health Savings (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Company-Provided Life & AD&D Insurance 2x annual base salary
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year and approved application
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance up to $3,000 after 1 year and approved application
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with up to $1,000 in incentives
• Company-sponsored holiday party, family picnic & golf outing
• FREE Probiotics for Employees (and covered dependents)! & Discounted prices for additional purchases

At Chr. Hansen, we offer a working opportunity that you can take part in setting the agenda. In each of our 32 global offices, you will be able to experience an agile organization where takes a short way from idea to implementation. We believe that engagement matters. Our inspiring work environment and collaborative culture would allow you to continuously develop both personally and professionally. As a market leader, Chr. Hansen has constantly pioneered science for almost 150 years and expanded into new area for a more sustainable future. Our founder, Christian D. A. Hansen, was a true entrepreneur and his mentality is still very present and valued today. We keep looking for people who can take charge and come up with new ideas to strengthen our team. Join us and take part in making a meaningful difference!

General Summary

The Process Improvement Specialist improves both team efficiency and process efficiency by giving support operationally to the assigned site. This position reports to the assigned site Production Leadership and has a functional line to Regional Process Improvement Management.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Helps develop and implement training programs (12-week projects) and provide solutions for organizational training in Lean, Six Sigma, and problem solving tools, principles, and methodology including A3s and C4s.
• Identifies and supports organizational goals and activities (5S, Kata, Kaizen) specifically related to process improvement initiatives and other project activity.
• Participates in and lead continuous improvement tasks or projects.
• Measures and communicates process improvement progress status within the organization.
• Works with global peers and others in process improvement to align local efforts and share best practices.
• Provides hands-on support at the manufacturing level for continuous improvement of manufacturing operations and processes through problem solving sessions, kaizen events, etc.
• Provides support to organizational change management initiatives.
• Implements and improves assigned components of the organizational communication plan.
• Handles details of a confidential nature with discretion and technical skill.
• Provides excellent level of customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Ability to work effectively in a team, displaying trust and rapport building skills.
• Ability to effectively and succinctly communicate in oral and written form to all levels (Operator to Executive) of the organization, as well as outside contractors.
• Possess a working knowledge of the manufacturing process and good business acumen.
• Skilled in facilitation and coaching methods to achieve results through others.
• Time management skills and ability to work under strict deadlines. Ability to multi-task and organize work, looking for ways to become more efficient in completing tasks.
• Possess a strong level of project management skills.
• High adaptability, with the ability to work independently and act as a self-starter.
• Ability to explain, build and motivate change across the organization.
• Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs as well as statistical tools and software. SAP experience is a plus.
• These characteristics are normally acquired through a Bachelor of Science in a business or scientific field of study with 3-5 years of related administrative and related experience in a Lean/Six Sigma manufacturing environment.

Working Conditions

Working environment is generally favorable and in an office setting. Lighting, temperature and noise levels are adequate with occasional exposure to cold temperatures. Regular entry into the production facility requires personal protective equipment to be worn at all times. This includes a lab coat, hair/beard net, safety glasses, and gloves. International travel bi-annually may be required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, hear, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, keyboard and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

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About Chr. Hansen

Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for over 145 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 40,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential.

We have come far on our journey, and delivered strong results, and as we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria through new technologies, there is so much more we can do. Our employees are the driving force enabling us to live our mission to pioneer microbial science to improve food, health and productivity. We work passionately, because we know we can make a difference for people, animals and plants. And ultimately for our planet. Innovating for a sustainable future is part of our culture, our history and our strategy and is embedded in our purpose: to grow a better world. Naturally.

At Chr. Hansen we place importance on diversity, equality and inclusion, and we appreciate difference in perspectives. We therefore encourage everybody to apply no matter race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, etc.

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