Practice Manager Two Jobs in Rensselaer, IN (NOW HIRING)

Job Title:

Regional CIT Manager

Who We Are:

USCS is driven to advance, innovate and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain. We are employee focused, an equal employment opportunity employer and would love to have you join our team.

The Job Details:

The Regional CIT Manager is responsible for overseeing the regional operational support network and working collaboratively alongside them to improve efficiencies and reduce costs in our operations. This job plays a critical role for improving the outcomes and results of the West region operations. This position will be largely responsible for understanding and supporting existing warehouse technology as well as helping support day to day operations team, and the operational support network. The Continuous Improvement Manager will also aid the region with financial project justifications, implementations, and support of potential new industry solutions.

· Lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives to drive results within the West region operations and throughout the overall organization (Safety, Quality, Customer, Logistics, and Finance)

· Train, mentor, and lead the West Region Operational Support Networks

· Provide coaching and guidance to team members to enhance their skills and knowledge.

· Conduct thorough assessments of existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

· Lead cross-functional improvement projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet predefined objectives.

· Help develop, monitor, and communicate project plans, timelines, and budgets with Operational Teams

· Implement change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of process improvements.

· Work with the operational support network to create and implement specific training to support continuous improvement culture within the operations.

· Monitor and help teach data-driven insights to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.

· Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and technologies related to continuous improvement.

· Identify opportunities to reduce operational costs while maintaining or improving product/service quality.

· Implement lean principles and methodologies to optimize workflows.

· Support and aid in the troubleshooting of Help desk issues reported by the Operations teams when needed.

· Strive for continuity in business practices, system utilization and business intelligence at each facility.

The Job Specifics:

• Location: Any California Location

• Department: Engineering

• Work Hours: Full time, with overtime as required/needed

• Reports To: Sr Continuous Improvement Mg

• Travel Amount: 50%

• Job Type: EEO

• Job Code: Full-Time

What We Are Looking For:

Education

• High School diploma or its GED equivalent and a bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, operations management, engineering or a related field, or the equivalent in related work experience.

• Certification in continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Experience

• 1 or more years’ experience driving improvement and leading projects.

• 2 or more years of experience in warehouse operations and processes.

• Specialized in skills in Warehouse Management Systems, Warehouse Operations and Warehouse RF equipment.

• Knowledge of MS Office applications as needed to satisfactorily perform work assignments – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint as well as can learn company enterprise systems as needed.

• Aptitude for mathematical operations and numerical analysis.

• Use computers, photocopiers, scanners, phone systems and meeting and virtual platform sharing relative to the needs of the job.

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate others.

• Change management or Implementation experience

• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of lean methodologies, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

• Examples of taking problem solving to improvement with measurable results.

Other Abilities You Will Need to Have

The physical demands described below are representative of those required of an individual performing the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Good arithmetic, reading, and typing skills.

• Sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.

• Be able to see, speak and hear.

• Ability to work overtime as needed.

• May require physical effort associated with using the computer to access information, or occasional standing, walking, lifting needed to carry out everyday activities.

• Understand and follow verbal instruction, written instruction, and company policies.

• A starter that can work independently and coordinate with others.

• Follow safety procedures at all times.

• Ability to manage stress and productivity guidelines.

The Standard Details:

• Always maintain a professional manner in appearance and communications.

• Participate in staff and/or customer meetings if required.

• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to product, process, and quality systems.

• Identify and record any issues relating to product, processes and/or quality.

• Initiate, recommend, or provide solutions through appropriate channels.

• Verify the implementation of solutions.

• Follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.

• Participate in Safety and Educational Training.

What’s In It for You:

A great company with great people. Full-time employees not under contract are offered: 401K and Educational Assistance after 1 year; If elected, Blue Cross Blue Shield after 30 days of service; Company Life Insurance; and a bunch of other great perks.

Things We Need to Mention:

• The above job description may not include all tasks necessary to complete the job.

• Job functions may vary based on area of operation. The job description is a listing of the most common tasks the associate will be required to perform in that job area.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.