Kazue Balint serves as the Director of Business Process Improvement at Shamrock Foods Company, where her extensive expertise in manufacturing, supply chain, and food distribution is instrumental in driving operational excellence. With a strong foundation as a Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt and a...
Kazue Balint serves as the Director of Business Process Improvement at Shamrock Foods Company, where her extensive expertise in manufacturing, supply chain, and food distribution is instrumental in driving operational excellence. With a strong foundation as a Certified Six Sigma Master Black Belt and a LEAN/CI practitioner, Kazue has successfully spearheaded key initiatives that have significantly enhanced efficiency and profitability within the organization. One of her notable achievements includes the consolidation of two transportation units—one dedicated to Food Distribution and the other to the Dairy Plant—streamlining logistics and reducing operational redundancies.
Kazue also played a pivotal role in centralizing customer care processes across the Colorado and Arizona branches. By eliminating complex local variations, she fostered a unified approach to customer service that not only improved response times but also enhanced customer satisfaction. Her establishment of Operational Equipment Efficiency (OEE) as a key performance indicator (KPI) has provided real-time insights into production capabilities, enabling the company to make data-driven decisions that optimize performance.
In her current role, Kazue utilizes her skills in project portfolio management, process engineering, and training to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. Her leadership in implementing Scrum methodologies and process modeling techniques has empowered teams to adopt agile practices, driving innovation and responsiveness in a rapidly evolving industry. With a background in financial services and as a Certified Public Accountant in Arizona, Kazue combines her analytical prowess with a strategic mindset, ensuring that Shamrock Foods not only meets but exceeds its operational goals.
