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Nestle

Senior Manager – Factory Manufacturing Excellence

Nestle

. Develop, align, and execute a factory-wide performance improvement strategy .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeEau Claire • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $145,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing performance improvement strategies within manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) methodologies and leadership in cultural change management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage complex priorities, and implement Lean and TPM practices to drive operational excellence.

Highest-signal resume keywords
NCE Implementation StrategyLean Six Sigma Green Belt CertificationProject Management CapabilitiesAdvanced Problem SolvingCultural Change Management

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Hard Skills
Manufacturing Performance StandardsLabor Utilization StudiesBudget Preparation/ReviewLine Capability/Speed StudiesTPM MethodologiesLean ImplementationData ReliabilityGoal AlignmentContinuous ImprovementCross-Functional Team Leadership
Soft Skills
CoachingTrainingCollaborationChange ManagementCommunication
Tools & Technologies
SAP Master DataPower BIDMOData Analytics ToolsVisualization Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Industry Keywords
Food ScienceCPG ExperienceManufacturing EnvironmentContinuous ImprovementWorld Class Manufacturing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Develop, align, and execute a factory-wide performance improvement strategy
  • Serve as the center of expertise and key driver for Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) and Industrial Performance activities
  • Report directly to the Factory Manager
  • Lead NCE implementation strategy, continuous improvement, and industrial performance responsibilities
  • Develop competencies and maintain Industrial Performance systems and routines, including labor utilization studies
  • Ensure data reliability, SAP BOM/Master Data, planning rate reviews, asset intensity and utilization systems, and Nestlé manufacturing performance standards
  • Develop the factory strategic plan (OMP) and improvement strategy
  • Cascade priorities and measures from the Market to the factory
  • Define and embed NCE projects and initiatives into factory objectives and align the Factory Leadership Team
  • Establish and drive factory governance to deliver business results
  • Support factory competency-building plans and develop autonomy across the organization
  • Train, support, coach, and steward Factory and Local Leadership Teams in manufacturing competencies and standards
  • Develop leadership-team competency and support application of NCE methodologies, Value Added Activities, and workload studies
  • Conduct, sponsor, and coach projects supporting improvement priorities
  • Partner with the Factory Cost Controller on Costing Standards for Manufacturing
  • Collaborate with the Market Excellence Manager within a Market/Category to drive NCE

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in food science, Engineering or related degree required, or 10 years of related job experience in lieu of a degree
  • 8+ years in a manufacturing or continuous improvement environment
  • 2–3 years of direct production/maintenance floor experience
  • 2–3 years working with factory management/leadership teams
  • Experience leading and developing cross-functional teams
  • 2–3 years of project management, loss intelligence, and advanced problem solving
  • 2–3 years in Goal Alignment/TPM/Lean implementation
  • Strong knowledge of digital tools including Power BI, SAP Master Data, DMO, and other visualization/data analytics tools
  • Strong leadership in cultural change management and managing multiple complex priorities and business connections
  • Ability to learn new manufacturing processes and identify challenges and opportunities
  • Experience developing line labor standards, budget preparation/review, and line capability/speed studies
  • Advanced knowledge of TPM
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities
  • Track record of leading changes in difficult environments
  • Competence in TPM, Lean, and/or World Class Manufacturing methodologies and implementation
  • Cultural change agent able to work with hourly operators and senior stakeholders
  • Project management capabilities
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification desired
  • Food or CPG experience preferred
  • This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Performance-based incentives/bonus eligibility
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Healthcare coverage
  • Broad range of benefits supporting physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
  • Dynamic career paths
  • Professional development and robust development opportunities
  • Opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe
  • Inclusive work environment
  • Recruitment accommodations for applicants with disabilities