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Continuous Improvement Sr Analyst

Requisition ID: 10528

Location:

West Monroe, LA, US, 71294

Department: Manufacturing & Operations

Travel: Up to 25%

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At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Continuous Improvement Sr Analyst

JOB SUMMARY:

Manufacturing Process Definition & Improvement focuses on manufacturing operational improvement

and cost savings to improve the organization's profitability and efficiency including: Analyze designs,

methods and internal manufacturing processes. Develop strategies and initiatives for operational

efficiency. Implement process improvements and changes in product design and manufacturing

methods. Implements continuous improvement initiatives using various Lean methodologies and

principles (e.g., 5S, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED) and Total

Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, etc.).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Individuals in these roles have a functional knowledge focus and are primarily responsible for

achieving results through their own work and through teams that they may be part of.

• Requires the application of theoretical knowledge typically gained through formal education (i.e.

a postsecondary degree) and on the job training.

• Progression within the levels reflects increased functional expertise, scope and complexity of

work, and ability to influence others.

• May mentor, coach and/or train less experienced co-workers.

• Requires conceptual and practical expertise in own discipline and basic knowledge of related

disciplines.

• Growing knowledge of industry practices.

• Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems; analysis requires evaluation of identifiable

factors.

• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products and

services.

• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

• Exerts some influence on the overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization.

• Errors in judgment or failure to achieve objectives would normally have a serious effect upon the

administration of the organization.

• Works under general direction.

• Participates in determining objectives of assignment; plans, schedules and arranges own activities

in accomplishing objectives.

• Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.

• Represents organization as a prime contact on programs or projects.

• Interacts with senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring

coordination between organizations.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• BA or equivalent + 6 years related experience, or MA + 4 years related experience.

The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with or

without a reasonable accommodation. Graphic Packaging retains the right to change or assign other

duties to this position.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Business acumen

• Curiosity

• Interpersonal skills

• Influence skills

• Self-starter

• Negotiation skills

• Organization skills

• Results oriented

Graphic Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Click here to view the Poster, EEO is the Law. (http://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/Graphicpkg/SF\_eeo\_is\_the\_law\_federal\_poster.pdf)

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**Nearest Major Market:** Monroe