3PL - Continuous Improvement Specialist

Primary Function

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our 3PL Logistics Operations team. The Continuous Improvement Specialist will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing lean solutions tailored to the needs of our warehouse operations while ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability within a fast paced, complex, high volume environment.

Essential Duties

• Identify, analyze, and implement process improvements across multiple warehouse sites
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute improvement plans
• Monitor performance metrics and report on the impact of implemented changes
• Conduct root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans
• Ensure compliance with packaging standards and operational procedures
• Train and coach warehouse staff on new processes and best practices
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite to document workflows, analyze data, and present findings
• Utilize excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff
• Use analytical skills to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas
• Employ strong decision analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong Work Ethic: Demonstrates commitment, reliability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Self-Starter: Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Packaging Expertise: Solid understanding of packaging requirements and standards in a logistics environment
• Tech Proficiency: Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio, Access)
• Quality Mindset: Passionate about process excellence and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with sustainability principles and practices in packaging, including recyclability, composability, and life cycle assessment, and their implications for the logistics operations
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze requirements and develop practical solutions
• Strong project management skills, including planning, execution, and documentation, to drive successful implementation of initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, related field, and/or combined education and experience
• 3+ years of experience in logistics, warehousing, or operations improvement preferred
• Experience with Lean or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred

Working Environment

• Warehouse/Office

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.