Manufacturing Improvement Leader

3 days ago


Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Sealed Air Corporation Full time

Required Skills and Qualifications

We need a strategic, results-driven leader with a passion for process optimization and operational excellence. You should have:

  • An engineering, technical, or chemical/plastics degree – Strong technical expertise is essential.
  • Six Sigma or similar process improvement training – Lean, SPC, FMEA, and RCA experience preferred.
  • Proven leadership & project management skills – Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities – Experience in identifying, analyzing, and implementing process improvements.
  • Exceptional communication & stakeholder management – Ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite – Strong skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel for data analysis and reporting.
  • People management expertise – Strong leadership skills to motivate teams and drive change.


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