Nz Performance Improvement Leader

**Why Join us?**:
At Sealed Air, you're not just stepping into a role — you're becoming part of a team that thrives on innovation, continuous improvement, and creating real impact. Here, your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your growth is a shared priority.

As our Performance Improvement Leader - NZ, you will:

- Drive meaningful change that enhances operations, empowers people, and elevates the customer experience.
- Join a high-energy, supportive team that celebrates wins and tackles challenges together.
- Be encouraged to think boldly, share ideas openly, and take ownership of initiatives that shape the future of our plants.
- Experience the fulfilment that comes from being a catalyst for transformation — for our business and for yourself.
- Flourish in a culture that rewards initiative, values collaboration, and is relentlessly focused on excellence.

Join us and be part of something that’s more than a job — it’s a journey of growth, purpose, and lasting impact.

**Your Role & Responsibilities**:
Manage all site improvement projects within the “Wave” system, ensuring timely and complete delivery across the full project lifecycle.
- Lead brainstorming workshops and conduct waste/loss analyses to identify and prioritise improvement opportunities.
- Drive the implementation, auditing, and optimisation of the plant’s Performance Management System (PMS) to support key operational outcomes.
- Collaborate with Finance through the Financial Performance Management Process (FPMP) to highlight performance gaps and track action plans.
- Lead “Reinvent” initiatives and ensure cost-saving targets are achieved.
- Partner with Operations and cross-functional teams to embed continuous improvement practices and foster engagement with Kaizen, KTS (Key-To-Success), and WCW (World Class Warrior) programs.
- Participate in global Manufacturing Process Group (MPG) activities, sharing and adopting best practices locally.
- Maintain and develop the site’s KPI dashboard, ensuring clear, data-driven decision-making and year-on-year improvement.
- Mentor and support employees through Lean Six Sigma training to build internal capability in project management and structured problem-solving.
- Hamilton based role with frequent travel to our Auckland and Wellington sites

**What We’re Looking For**:

- A tertiary qualification in Material Science, Polymer Science, or Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in continuous improvement roles, ideally within manufacturing.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is essential; Black Belt certification preferred.
- Proven experience in leading cross-functional projects and delivering measurable outcomes.
- Strong communication and influencing skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Practical manufacturing experience with a solid understanding of processes and equipment.
- Competence in ERP systems and strong analytical skills.
- A proactive, resilient mindset with a passion for operational excellence and team development.

**What’s In It for You?**:

- A dynamic, high-performance work culture that values your contribution
- The chance to lead meaningful, high-impact initiatives
- Ongoing development and career growth opportunities within a global business
- Competitive salary and benefits package

**Our Core Values**:
At Sealed Air, we live by these values:

- ** Integrity** - We do what’s right, always.
- ** Determined** - We push boundaries and drive success.
- ** Innovative** - We seek smarter solutions and continuous improvement.
- ** Collaborative** - We work together to achieve greatness.

Requisition id: 51182

Relocation: No

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We take pride in our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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