Who We Are

At Nature’s Bakery, we believe better snacks make for brighter days. We’re a team of dreamers and doers who bake up goodness every day — fueling families and inspiring healthier choices with delicious, feel-good snacks. We bring our whole selves to work, celebrate teamwork, and always look for ways to make things even better.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Continuous Improvement (CI) Specialist, you’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence across our bakery. You’ll lead loss elimination efforts, coach teams on problem-solving, and help shape how we continuously improve our processes and systems. You’ll partner closely with line leaders and operators to strengthen daily management systems, ensure data integrity, and support a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

In This Role, You Will:

• Lead and facilitate loss elimination initiatives across your assigned Value Stream.
• Support the development and execution of Daily Management Systems (DMS), including Centerline (CL), Clean-Inspect-Lubricate (CIL), Abnormality Handling (AH), 5S, and Changeover systems.
• Analyze line data to identify and prioritize loss elimination opportunities.
• Drive root cause problem-solving on chronic issues, using both basic and advanced tools.
• Partner with production and technical teams to define process standards, establish control strategies, and enable teams to respond to out-of-control situations.
• Facilitate team meetings and NBOS CP2 sessions; communicate clearly across shifts and functions.
• Collaborate with line leaders to ensure all departmental metrics (safety, quality, efficiency) are achieved.
• Train and coach associates to build technical mastery and problem-solving capabilities.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and teamwork through proactive engagement and accountability.

What You Bring:

Minimum Requirements

• Strong mechanical/technical aptitude with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working with data systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to connect with and motivate people at all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Trainer or demonstrated ability to effectively train and coach others.
• Experience facilitating process improvement initiatives and using Focused Improvement tools.
• Proven ability to provide constructive feedback and guide performance improvement.
• BA Degree (ENG, Supply Chain, Business, or technical field) or Associate's Degree with at least 2 years' experience in a TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) manufacturing environment
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Why You’ll Love It Here:

At Nature’s Bakery, you’ll find more than a career — you’ll find a community. We’re passionate about growth, integrity, inclusion, and, of course, making great snacks. We believe in empowering our people to make a real impact, one improvement at a time.

Join us and help bake up a better tomorrow!

The Good Stuff – Benefits
Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation 
• Paid time off 
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Join Our Team of Elite In-Home Personal Trainers – Empower Lives Through Fitness!
Are you a certified personal trainer passionate about making a real impact? At Svetness, we bring clients to you—so you can focus on what you do best: helping people achieve their fitness goals.

Why Train with Svetness?
✅ Flexible Scheduling – Set your own hours and choose the clients you want to work with.
✅ No Non-Compete – Train where and when you want-your career, your choice.
✅ Competitive Pay – Earn $35 to $45 per hour based on experience and client retention.
✅ Bonuses & Rewards – Get retention bonuses, plus client and trainer referral incentives.
✅ Liability Insurance – You're covered under our General Liability policy for peace of mind.
✅ Dedicated Support Team – Our concierge team handles scheduling and client requests so you can focus on training.
✅ Ongoing Education – Access free webinars, resources, and manager support to enhance your expertise.
✅ Exclusive Discounts – Enjoy 30% off fitness equipment, plus perks on meal prep, supplements, and more.
✅ No Sales Required – We provide a steady stream of clients—no need for marketing.
✅ Svetness App – Manage scheduling, track progress, and log sessions seamlessly.

What You’ll Do
As a Certified Personal Trainer, you’ll provide personalized, one-on-one and couples' fitness coaching in clients' homes, apartment gyms, or outdoor locations.

🔹 Design tailored workout programs based on client goals and assessments
🔹 Demonstrate exercises and ensure proper form, adjusting as needed
🔹 Track progress using the Svetness Fitness App, including session notes and reassessments
🔹 Maintain consistency with client appointments and scheduling
🔹 Travel to client locations (up to 45 minutes commute)

What We’re Looking For
✔ Certified Personal Trainer – Accredited by NCCA, DEAC, or NBFE
✔ CPR/AED Certified – Up-to-date certification required
✔ Experience – 1-3 years of personal training experience preferred
✔ Strong Communication Skills – Verbal, written, and technical
✔ Basic Nutrition Knowledge – Ability to guide clients on healthy habits
✔ Fitness Expertise – Comfortable with various training methods and equipment
✔ Physical Capability – Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs.
✔ Personal Training Equipment – Ability to bring basic training tools as needed
✔ Reliable Transportation – Must be able to travel to client locations