Senior Manufacturing Excellence Manager
NestleEau Claire, Wisconsin, United States
Posted April 1, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Nestlé is the world's largest food and beverage company, dedicated to enhancing quality of life through its diverse portfolio. With a focus on products for all stages of life, including coffee, dairy, confectionery, infant nutrition, healthcare solutions, and petcare, Nestlé operates globally, driven by a culture rooted in respect and excellence. The company's heritage dates back to 1866 with the invention of condensed milk and has since grown into a multinational enterprise employing over 273,000 people.
Job Description
The Senior Manufacturing Excellence Manager is responsible for the development, alignment, and execution of a factory-wide performance improvement strategy, overseeing NCE Implementation Strategy, Continuous Improvement, and Industrial Performance activities in the factory. The role is accountable for data reliability, SAP BOM/Master Data, planning rate reviews, Asset Intensity, and utilization systems, as well as establishing effective Factory governance and supporting Factory competency building.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in food science, Engineering or related degree required.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification desired
- 8+ years in a manufacturing or continuous improvement environment, required.
- Food or CPG experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of digital tools including Power BI, SAP Master Data, DMO and other visualization tools/data analytics experience preferred
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Dynamic career paths and robust development opportunities
- Benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing
- Inclusive work environment with a focus on diversity and inclusion