Manager, Operational Excellence at Hostess Brands, LLC in Columbus, Georgia

Job Description:

Your Opportunity as Operation Excellence Manager



Operation Excellence is the company's continuous improvement methodology. It is a comprehensive set of tools, capabilities, and leadership skills designed to achieve business breakthrough results through the 100% engagement of employees. The process is designed in multiple phases of progression. Operations Leadership view mastery in this methodology as a key skill required for progression to site leadership roles (operations managers, plant manager, Directors, VP's). The Operation Excellence process is designed to have individuals with expertise in several areas to lead the overall implementation and progression. The expertise is required as the individuals in these roles will coach/consult Operations site directors and plant managers, plant, and supply chain teams. These resources work closely with other functions use of tools and integration opportunities.



Location: Columbus, GA



Report To: Plant Manager



Work Arrangements: 100% on-site



In this role you will:




Promote the continued implementation and integration of Operation Excellence throughout the Company

• Establish, renew, and communicate the Operation Excellence vision at plant.


• Coach plant pillar leaders.


• Leverage existing resources to facilitate SQMS implementation and create documented High-Performance Organizations

Deliver the Overall Operation Excellence Master Plan and Timeline for the on-going delivery of the Compelling Business Need

• Assist in the development and coordination of the Operation Excellence strategy for the site.


• Support operations leadership, supply chain leadership, and the site leaders in their implementation of Operation Excellence by providing coaching and direction on integration, improvement processes, specific scorecards results, and master plans

Continually help to develop and refine the vision and capabilities of
Operation Excellence Benchmark with other world class operations and continually renew Operation Excellence vision, tools, and concepts

• Test new learnings and capability


• Stay in front of the site from a capability standpoint to continually drive progress of capabilities to deliver business needs. Help develop the set of tools for Phase 2 and beyond

Help to define and deliver the
Operation Excellence Phase II Key Glidepath Measures

• Work to support implementing and sustaining Operation Excellence Phase 1/Phase 2 results, systems, and behaviors


• Work with supply chain leadership to broaden the tools and concepts to the entire supply chain

The Right Role for You


We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.



What we are looking for:


Minimum Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree.

• At least 3 years of operations experience in a manufacturing environment using Operation Excellence tools.


• Prior success in implementing and sustaining improvements.


• At least 3 years of experience in training and leading group.

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

• Displays interest and enthusiasm about Operation Excellence / High Performance Organization.


• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization.

Learn more about working at Smucker:

• Our Total Rewards Benefits Program

• Our Thriving Together Philosophy Supporting All Impacted by Our Business


• Our Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity

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