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Location

Danville, CA | United States

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Job description

We’re JTI, Japan Tobacco International and we believe in freedom . We think that the possibilities are limitless when you’re free to choose. In fact, we’ve spent the last 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from . It’s how we’ve grown to be present in 130 countries.

But our business isn’t just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe when they’re free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business . 

That’s why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It is why 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we’ve been awarded Global Top Employer status, nine years running . 

So when you’re ready to choose a career you’ll love, in a company you’ll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea. 

Learn more: jti.com

Please, apply till March 3rd

Local applicants welcome.

Process Lead

Position purpose:

The incumbents role is to eliminate process losses on equipment or areas, to support the line team to create process standards, and to coach using standard tools to perform problem-solving. The process lead is responsible for implementing and/or maintaining, and continuously improving, the daily management systems (DMSs) they own in their area, typically the centerline (CL), changeover (CO) and change management (CM) DMS.

What will you do – responsibilities:

• Owner for identifying / eliminating losses through root cause problem solving on assigned Cell. Responsible for controlling the use of the SAP / EAM system and carrying out activities at the right time;
• Develop short term (24-hour) & mid-term (<90 days) action plans together with their Cell Lead / Team to improve process control and eliminate machine stops. Participates in key planned activities;
• Coaches team members of assigned cell in line with IWS principles, ensuring IWS methodology is in place, properly executed and lived daily to achieve the operational objectives;
• Responsible for establishing, maintaining, and improving effectiveness of assigned Daily Management Systems (DMSs) & supporting tools for their Cell. E.g., CL - Centerline; CO - Changeover; CM - Change Management; Supporting tools - Loss Tree, IPS (Initial Problem Solving), UPS (Unified Problem Solving), 90 Day action plan, Rate control, S-Shape & Weibull.

Who are we looking for – requirements:

• 3+ years of professional experience in a production environment in a similar role;
• Degree or similar in business or engineering related subject;
• Fluency in English (Oral and written);
• PC literacy (MS Office). Knowledge of production technologies, standards of factory improvement programs, Lean Manufacturing (KAIZEN, TPM, etc.), ISO/EHS. Knowledge on IWS principles and routine.

Recruitment Process:

Screening (1st Stage) + CBI Interview (2nd stage)

Hiring Manager Interview (3rd Stage)

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply. 

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