What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mgr Operational Excellence position at Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.?
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The factory Operational Excellence (OpEx) Manager is responsible for
developing, implementing, andsustaining Total Productive Maintenance
(TPM) strategies to improve equipment reliability, reducedowntime,
reduce food loss, and enhance the overall operational efficiency (OEE)
in our food manufacturing facility. This position will lead the factory
continuous improvement culture in achieving ourTPM program objectives
and total delivered cost (TDC) reductions at the factory. This role will
Berequired To Perform Additional Duties And Responsibilities As
assigned, which may evolve based onorganizational needs.
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Drive process improvement and team development through the
implementation of AFNATPM reference standards for all launched pillars
(AM, PM, FI, E&T, Leadership, etc.) withthe factory leaders and
department teams\
Coordinate and conduct training sessions based on AFNA TPM reference
standards to all levels of the factory\
Lead and drive TPM related activities and discussions with hourly and
management leaders to facilitate and promote change to meet business
targets\
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Perform internal assessments and coaching of the health and well-being
of the TPM standards that are used\
Communicate and escalate to our central OpEx organization for additional
detailed training and assistance of our AFNA TPM reference standards\
FI Pillar Leadership\
Lead the loss identification and prioritization of losses (e.g. OEE,
downtime, raw materialloss, labor loss, etc.) through effective visual
and verbal sharing and guidance with the factory leaders and team
members\
Ensure effective root cause analysis and sustainable actions are taking
place by guiding and developing applicable factory personnel.\
Own the understanding, ownership and usage of the key OEE performance
indicator within the factory to drive continuous improvement activities\
Total Delivered Costs (TDC) Leadership\
Lead the factorys cross functional TDC program to identify and generate
projects and activities to drive annual cost reduction targets\
Ensure the execution of the cost reduction projects and activities are
taking place to meet timeline expectations\
Provide the appropriate reporting of TDC activities and escalations to
our AFNA leaders\
People Leadership:\
Lead direct reports with clarity and accountability, setting clear
expectations, driving alignment to business priorities, and modeling
inclusive, values-based leadership.\
Own performance outcomes, using data and ongoing feedback to drive
results, address issues early, and make fair, timely talent decisions.\
Build organizational capability, developing talent through coaching,
succession planning, and intentional investment in future-ready skills.\
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4 Year / Bachelors Degree Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field or
active enrollment in aSTEM degree program preferred. Preference will be
given to those witha degree in engineering or to those actively enrolled
in an engineeringprogram.\
Other Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.\
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4 to 6 years Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience in a
leadership role,preferably in the food industry.\
2 to 4 years Minimum of 2 years of AFNA manufacturing experience in a
leadershiprole preferred.
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Certifications\
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Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.\
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- Mgr Operational Excellence**\
US-IL-Toluca\
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- Job ID:** 2026-9199\
- Type:** Regular Full-Time\
- \# of Openings:** 1\
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- Overview**\
The factory Operational Excellence (OpEx) Manager is responsible for
developing, implementing, andsustaining Total Productive Maintenance
(TPM) strategies to improve equipment reliability, reducedowntime,
reduce food loss, and enhance the overall operational efficiency (OEE)
in our food manufacturing facility. This position will lead the factory
continuous improvement culture in achieving ourTPM program objectives
and total delivered cost (TDC) reductions at the factory. This role will
Berequired To Perform Additional Duties And Responsibilities As
assigned, which may evolve based onorganizational needs.
\
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- Responsibilities**\
Drive process improvement and team development through the
implementation of AFNATPM reference standards for all launched pillars
(AM, PM, FI, E&T, Leadership, etc.) withthe factory leaders and
department teams\
Coordinate and conduct training sessions based on AFNA TPM reference
standards to all levels of the factory\
Lead and drive TPM related activities and discussions with hourly and
management leaders to facilitate and promote change to meet business
targets\
\
Perform internal assessments and coaching of the health and well-being
of the TPM standards that are used\
Communicate and escalate to our central OpEx organization for additional
detailed training and assistance of our AFNA TPM reference standards\
FI Pillar Leadership\
Lead the loss identification and prioritization of losses (e.g. OEE,
downtime, raw materialloss, labor loss, etc.) through effective visual
and verbal sharing and guidance with the factory leaders and team
members\
Ensure effective root cause analysis and sustainable actions are taking
place by guiding and developing applicable factory personnel.\
Own the understanding, ownership and usage of the key OEE performance
indicator within the factory to drive continuous improvement activities\
Total Delivered Costs (TDC) Leadership\
Lead the factorys cross functional TDC program to identify and generate
projects and activities to drive annual cost reduction targets\
Ensure the execution of the cost reduction projects and activities are
taking place to meet timeline expectations\
Provide the appropriate reporting of TDC activities and escalations to
our AFNA leaders\
People Leadership:\
Lead direct reports with clarity and accountability, setting clear
expectations, driving alignment to business priorities, and modeling
inclusive, values-based leadership.\
Own performance outcomes, using data and ongoing feedback to drive
results, address issues early, and make fair, timely talent decisions.\
Build organizational capability, developing talent through coaching,
succession planning, and intentional investment in future-ready skills.\
\
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- Qualifications**\
4 Year / Bachelors Degree Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM field or
active enrollment in aSTEM degree program preferred. Preference will be
given to those witha degree in engineering or to those actively enrolled
in an engineeringprogram.\
Other Experience in lieu of degree will be considered.\
\
4 to 6 years Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing experience in a
leadership role,preferably in the food industry.\
2 to 4 years Minimum of 2 years of AFNA manufacturing experience in a
leadershiprole preferred.
\
Certifications\
\
\
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with
disabilities.\
\
PI284508619