The salary range for this role is $84,800.00 - $127,200.00/annually.
General Job Description
The FreshRealm Business Systems (FRBS) will be an integral part of the way we run our manufacturing sites & functional areas and serve every customer, every day, everywhere. Under the direction of the Vice President (FRBS), this role has a mission to focus on creating, supporting and assisting the improvement efforts tied to the company’s most critical business processes. Primary areas of focus will be the development and implementation of the FRBS.
Our operating model’s goal is to positively impact our results and culture by establishing standards, institutionalizing daily management processes, adopting consistent problem solving methods and learning by doing. As part of the FRBS program of Lean Management, the candidate will build an action plan to implement tools, and as part of the team support the identification of opportunities. In addition, this role will support the development of the kaizen and project funnel prioritizations for the sites and functions he/she is responsible for and ultimately is part of the team that defines the lean culture and activities/change management programs to embed in the organization.
The candidate will drive implementation of the FRBS including daily management, metrics, and A3 problem solving cadence. This position will also drive the development and implementation of a lean certification program. This certification program will provide the path to ensure the application of recognized standards for lean principles and practices, serve as a benchmark for FreshRealm’s achievements, and ensure a common roadmap for continuous improvement and workforce development.
The position can be remote but may require up to 25% travel based on location.
Major Duties and Responsibilities

Be an integral part of FreshRealm’s team that designs and creates the infrastructure to make the FRBS a benchmark in the industry.
In conjunction with the team develop the lean toolset training material and tools that will build the foundation for our FRBS.
Facilitate, train, and coach team members in the use of the Business System tools (Lean Six Sigma tools).
Train and lead effective A3 problem solving methods from plant leadership to line associates.
Lead, facilitate and co-facilitate targeted, kaizen events, improvement workshops and projects that are tied to our Strategy Deployment (SD) and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to drive significant sustainable business results across the organization by leveraging Lean tools, people skills, and change management processes. Ensure successful kaizen events by installing and ensuring compliance to the kaizen process (includes; (1) planning of kaizens through a funnel process tied to SD, KPIs, and business needs, (2) kaizen execution and (3) sustainment of kaizens)
Mentor, influence and develop potential lean practitioner candidates through their Kaizen events and projects driving business change
Build the process, identify and share best practices across the organization; incorporate benchmarks and best practices from all FreshRealm locations.
Partner with Finance to incorporate kaizen and project savings into long-range financial plans and operating budgets.
Qualifications For the Job
Skills and Requirements
Prior experience with deploying lean methods in operations and / or functions.
Experience leading and developing training, processes and systems using kaizens, A3 Problem solving, X Matrix, daily management and lean toolsets.
Ability to work both as a member of a team, a team leader or as a Kaizen event leader
Lead and / or participated in developing and managing Lean training material.
Very customer focused with a strong ability to influence and communicate effectively.
Active, focused and future-oriented
Independent worker, capable of operating in a fast-moving, ever changing environment and able to effectively deal with difficult situations.
Possess functional experience and commercial business acumen
Excellent training, consulting and change management skills
Keen listener, open-minded, and have strong interpersonal skills and the intellectual horsepower to establish deep client relationships all levels
Quick study who can rapidly adapt to FreshRealm’s culture and gain the confidence of the organization.
Visibly demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong personal ownership to business performance
Hands-on and detail-oriented but also able to see the big picture.
Great interpersonal skills, ability to build effective relationships, collaborate productively with others and drive teams to successful outcomes.
Experience / Education
2+ years of relevant business experience
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related discipline. MBA is a plus.
High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Green Belt or higher certification preferred
Project Management (PMP) certification preferred
Food manufacturing experience a plus
What We Offer
Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, pet insurance and legal insurance
401(k) with company match that is immediately vested
Life and ADD insurance
Opportunities for career growth with a dynamic company that is changing the landscape of fresh meals.
Unlimited paid time off
Our Values at Work
We believe that ACTIONS speak louder than words and our company values align to those ACTIONS. In Our Daily Work, This Looks Like
ACCOUNTABILITY: Set clear objectives and prioritize your tasks Hold yourself and your teams accountable for meeting deadlines Learn from your mistakes and use it as a learning opportunity to improve next time
CHALLENGE WITH CURIOSITY: We challenge and engage with each other through curiosity and a drive to innovate and transform. This encourages us to learn from one another, be open-minded to other perspectives and possibilities, and continuously improve and problem-solve with intensity. We persevere through challenges, observe patterns, and pay attention to the details to make connections others may overlook, allowing us to exceed expectations.
TRANSPARENCY & HONESTY: Maintain open and consistent communication. Admit mistakes and take ownership Document decisions to help avoid misunderstandings
INNOVATION: Work with the end-user in mind and create solutions that will add value Question existing norms, assumptions, and best practices Experiment and take calculated, data-driven risks
OBJECTIVITY: Utilize data and make data-driven decisions at every opportunity
NIMBLENESS: Utilize time management to help stay focused and on task with urgency es and make adjustments accordingly Delegate and trust others to handle specific responsibilities with resources and support
SUCCESS THROUGH OUR CUSTOMERS: Know your audience and the type of work they expect to receive as the end-result of a project, initiative, or task Seek feedback at different stages to ensure you’re on the right track Foster collaboration among cross-functional teams to ensure you’re providing the best experience and service to our consumers
Employee pay will vary based on factors such as qualifications, experience, skill level, competencies and work location. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on city, county and state requirements.

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