The Industrial Engineering (IE) Associate Manager will be responsible for driving continuous improvement projects as well as working on cross-functional teams to coach productivity tools and processes across Newell Supply Chain. Continuous improvement efforts will focus on making sustainable gains in OEE, quality, safety, cost, and delivery. Methods for achieving and sustaining improvements will be based on Newell PEAK principles including Six Sigma, TPM and LEAN. The IE Associate Manager will need to collaborate closely with the PAC team on improvement methodology, as well as Business Units, factory, and other internal partners to achieve the project objectives aligned with the business needs. The team member will be responsible to carry out projects of a broad nature while exercising considerable judgment and creativity. The team member needs to be able to carry out appropriate financial analysis to validate/support proposals and gain support of key stakeholders.

Specific Responsibilities

• Drive Continuous Improvement & Productivity Savings Projects
• Responsible for identifying, chartering, and leading significant Industrial Engineering and improvement initiatives - delivering the project results on time
• Ensure team follows the project management process to provide project updates to the site leadership team and project stakeholders highlighting the current status, adherence to the project time plan, work accomplished, quick wins, points of escalation, elements of risk and the associated mitigation plans
• Develop project teams on key skills to drive improvement
• Utilize Newell PEAK tools and methodologies to drive sustainable operational improvements
• Lead and facilitate PEAK events and cross-functional improvement teams to identify root causes of problems and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support the development and standridization of Industrial Engineering ans LSO materials, including training material, templates, scorecards, tools, playbooks, etc.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by applying lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other best practices to drive operational excellence and achieve cost savings.
• Train and mentor employees on industrial engineering and LSO concepts, methodologies, and best practices
• Analyze given data and operating conditions; implement changes and follow-up on results by involving key responsible people (i.e. sponsor, process owner, operator)
• Carry out sustainability programs to maintain the achieved savings, to complete additional training, to detect further savings opportunities
• Create new efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, and information, to make a product or provide a service.
• Analyze, design, and implement improved manufacturing and service processes, resource allocation and proper inventory controls
• Subject Mater Expert for Newell on cell process design, site layout design, and ergonomic workspace design.
• Professionally challenges current and/or traditional ways of thinking and lead new ways/approaches

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain, or equivalent degree
• 3-5 years' experience in industrial engineering roles within manufacturing and distribution environments role or in a Central Supply Chain type role, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong technical expertise in industrial engineering principles, methodologies, and tools, with a passion for reimagining operations and driving transformative change.
• Skills in CAD software and layout design tools, with the ability to develop and visualize innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights and recommendations.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, drive change, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing business requirements and priorities.
• Strong project management skills