Company Description
At QIMA, you feel like you belong from Day 1. You join a community of smart minds who not only innovate, but also support and inspire each other. Here, we own our work, have fun together, and make every day count.
The QIMA Story
At QIMA, we are on a mission to offer our clients smart solutions to make products you can trust.
Operating in over 100 countries, we serve the consumer products, food, and life sciences industries and help more than 30,000 brands, retailers, manufacturers, and growers achieve quality excellence.
We combine on-the-ground expertise with digital solutions that bring accuracy, transparency and intelligence for quality and compliance data.
What sets us apart is our unique culture. Our 5,000 Qimates live and make decisions every day by our QIMA Values. With client passion, integrity, and a commitment to making things simple, we disrupted the Testing, Inspection, and Certification industry. Are you ready to hop on this exciting ride with us and help us achieve our mission
Job Description
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader is responsible for promoting and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across our organization. This role involves leading various process optimization projects, facilitating training programs, data consolidation and trend analysis, and driving a culture of excellence and efficiency. The CI Leader will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities, develop strategies, and implement solutions to enhance operational performance and achieve strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Improvement:
- Lead and manage continuous improvement projects to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement by analyzing current processes, gathering data, and conducting root cause analysis.
- Strategy Development:
- Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize CI initiatives.
- Training and Development:
- Develop and deliver training programs for employees at all levels on CI tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Mentor and coach employees in the use of CI methodologies to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
- Performance Measurement:
- Design and implement metrics and KPIs to monitor and measure the effectiveness of CI initiatives.
- Report on progress, outcomes, and return on investment (ROI) to stakeholders.
- Change Management:
- Lead change management efforts by engaging and influencing stakeholders, fostering buy-in, and ensuring smooth transitions.
- Develop communication plans to ensure alignment and understanding of process changes.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with various departments (e.g., Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, IT) to drive CI projects and initiatives.
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops and meetings to identify and solve process challenges.
- Best Practices Development:
- Research and benchmark industry standards and best practices in continuous improvement.
- Develop, document, and maintain CI standards, procedures, and methodologies.
Qualifications
- Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in continuous improvement, process optimization, or related roles.
- Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and influence cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in data analysis tools
- Experience in driving change and managing complex projects.
- Personal Attributes:
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized.
- Strong leadership presence and the ability to inspire a culture of continuous improvement.
- Resilient and adaptable in the face of challenges.
Additional Information
PERKS YOU CAN GET BY JOINING QIMA PHILIPPINES
- HMO (Medical insurance) 100% for Employee and 100% for first dependent;
- 15 days paid leave;
- Team-building activities
- Free coffee
- Game room
- Performance-based salary adjustments
- Employee recognition awards
- Social Awareness and Community
- Involvement Activities
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Because our differences make the difference, at QIMA we are proud to promote inclusive diversity and equal opportunities! Our policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
QIMA recognizes and recruits all its talents. 
