Continuous Improvement

6 months ago

Isando, South Africa DSM-Firmenich Full time

The role is to develop, implement and realize the improvement plans for the site and plants. It will play an important role in helping to foster a culture of sustainable continuous improvement and supporting the implementation of a high-performance operations framework, to deliver business transformation and build capability into the teams.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

**Key responsibilities**:

- To identify and deliver service improvement activities across the business by employing process improvement methodologies and innovative thinking
- Active collaboration with key business stakeholders, cross-functional and multi-jurisdictional teams, ‘LEAN champions’ to build a continuous improvement culture to support an ongoing sustainable change agenda
- Lead and facilitate LEAN/process-improvement workshops to develop ideas and solutions and pursue ‘best practice’ in service of our customers and consumers
- Support the elimination of unnecessary complexity and waste within business processes to simplify ways of working and operations
- Identify trends and process variations as part of establishing a continuous improvement monitoring system
- Active participation in the development and implementation of a continuous improvement strategy focused on developing people-capabilities

**We bring**:

- A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
- An open, trusted and flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
- A space to learn and grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
- Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
- A firm belief that working together with our stakeholders and suppliers is the key to achieving great things
- An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

**You bring**:

- Passion, self-motivation, discipline and drive for results
- Teamwork & collaboration, people development, highly skilled level verbal and written communication
- Excellent understanding of continuous improvement concepts including Six Sigma, Lean, value stream mapping, TPM, TRACC/WCM
- MBA or Master’s Degree NQF plus Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Lean certification
- Project Management - certification desired
- Minimum 5-7 years successful continuous improvement experience, including project management within the value chain operations

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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