Continuous Improvement Lead ☆

About the role

The Continuous Improvement Lead position is within the Production Department and is a field‑based role located in Susurluk, Balıkesir.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities by analyzing daily and shift‑based data.
• Ensure sustainability of CI tools through regular monitoring.
• Collect data on losses and changes within the last 24 hours.
• Investigate root causes of major breakdowns and plan counter‑measures.
• Determine optimal line settings and ensure continuity, taking preventive actions.
• Participate in daily management meetings and update performance boards.
• Collaborate with Process Owners, Team Leaders, and Maintenance Leaders to address losses.
• Apply problem‑solving techniques to eliminate chronic losses.
• Carry out other CI‑related tasks assigned by management.
• Adhere to GMP, hygiene, and cleaning standards in CI projects.
• Adjust to various shift patterns as needed.
• Use MES systems and ensure data accuracy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in food engineering or a related engineering field.
• Preferably intermediate level of English.
• Preferably experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in MS Office programs.
• Strong analytical skills, result‑oriented, and a team player.
• Residing in or willing to relocate to Balıkesir Susurluk, Bursa (Karacabey‑Mustafakemalpaşa), Manyas, or Bandırma areas.