Continuous Improvement Leader Job at Randstad (Lisboa)

Country Continuous Improvement Leader

Are you a passionate driver of change, eager to shape the future of retail by em...

Location

Australia , Tempe

Salary:

Not provided

IKEA

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proven experience in applying continuous improvement methodologies in operations
Strong problem-solving skills, coupled with expertise in data analysis and fact-based decision-making
Experience leveraging AI and automation to speed up organisational processes will be highly regarded
Demonstrated training, facilitation, mentoring, and coaching skills
Experience within a global organisation, leading in a complex business environment that includes both physical and digital operations and development

Job Responsibility

Identifying and prioritising key improvement areas with country business owners and management, aligning with the overall country roadmap and organisational goals
Driving and empowering the implementation of Lean ways of working across units and Service Office to boost productivity, quality, efficiency, reduce waste, and increase co-worker engagement and customer value
Supporting business owners in developing, implementing, and maintaining standardised processes across units to drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement
Inspiring co-workers to adopt a strong everyday waste elimination mindset, and train leaders and end-users in Lean principles, methods, and tools
Acting as the primary ambassador and go-to person for continuous improvement and Lean thinking across the country, coaching and challenging leaders and managers through change processes and in their daily operations
Contributing to the global development of the Lean ways of working initiative, framework, and concept by participating in the Lean network and sharing learnings and challenges with colleagues

Fulltime

Continuous Improvement Manager

We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to help advance operational ...

Location

United States , Philadelphia

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
At least 5 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, Lean, or Six Sigma within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Demonstrated success leading process improvement efforts using Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
Strong ability to influence cross-functional teams, manage several initiatives at once, and achieve measurable business results
Lean or Six Sigma certification is preferred, with Black Belt credentials viewed favorably
Working knowledge of quality management principles and total quality practices in an operational setting
Willingness to travel occasionally, up to 15%, as business needs require

Job Responsibility

Direct improvement programs that support business goals and long-range operational priorities across the manufacturing organization
Mentor team leaders and departmental partners on Lean methods, Six Sigma practices, root cause investigation, and practical problem-solving techniques
Lead kaizen workshops and related initiatives that increase throughput, improve product quality, enhance workplace safety, and streamline processes
Review production and performance data to uncover opportunities, confirm underlying issues, and guide informed decision-making
Collaborate with functional leaders to build continuous improvement capability and maintain ownership for measurable outcomes
Reinforce the effective use of quality management processes within improvement work and keep stakeholders informed throughout implementation
Monitor project milestones, savings, and performance indicators, then communicate progress and results to leadership
Support long-term sustainment by auditing key metrics, confirming realized benefits, and encouraging adherence to established standard work
Foster a culture of operational excellence through training, coaching, and ongoing promotion of Lean thinking and continuous learning
Apply change management approaches to encourage alignment, support adoption, and improve the success of implemented initiatives

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Continuous Improvement Manager

The Continuous Improvement Manager advocates new ways of doing things, challengi...

Location

United States , Phoenix

Salary:

Not provided

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5 years business operational experience
5 years implementing operational solutions and working collaboratively with other departments and different levels of administration
5 years process management experience with a proven track record managing process improvement and teams
3 years of experience in Project Management
High-School Diploma or GED

Job Responsibility

Be a change agent, constantly challenging conventional thinking
Consult with business sponsors and stakeholders to assess new projects
Provide business analysis, design, and implementation support on critical projects
Facilitate work sessions, coach process owners in Lean/Six Sigma
Conduct SWAT team analysis
Develop process maps and translate into business requirements
Perform process optimization
Design and implement new processes
Assist with application implementation
Design customer experience via service experience blueprinting

Fulltime

Continuous Improvement Manager

Drive measurable improvements that enhance performance and efficiency across the...

Location

United States , Milford

Salary:

Not provided

Perdue Farms

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent related work experience in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, and Business Management
1-3 years related experience
Knowledge of LEAN principles, Six Sigma, TQM, SPC, PIP and QIP
Combination of business, interpersonal, technical, and analytical skills
Self-starter mentality and motivated by challenge
Strong sense of teamwork with high level of individual contribution
Ability to learn new concepts, combine with common sense, and effectively apply to problem solving
Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills
Ability to communicate and work with teams at all organizational levels from Senior management to shop floor
Willingness to promote and drive change

Job Responsibility

Be a business partner with operations & functional management, to identify opportunities, utilizing systematic problem solving (including Root Cause Analysis, Kaizens, Loss Analysis and DMAIC methodology) to eradicate losses while focusing on People-Process-Data to obtain measurable and sustainable results
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma techniques and CI tools to lead the organization in data-based decision making and driving actions to generate measurable improvement driving behavioral change across site through CI tools, methodology and coaching
Manage Site Improvement Projects through project plan development, results tracking and leading and coaching site leaders through project execution process
Co-deliver effective Continuous Improvement training courses (LEAN Training, Belt training, etc.) and programs to help increase team capability and awareness of the Continuous Improvement tools. The training should be tailored to meet organizational needs and priorities
Implement, support and coach site Manufacturing Operating System (MOS), including Tier meetings, KPI development and tracking and standard work
Develop and implement a plant communication plan for process improvement efforts
Serve as subject matter expert for CI Methodology, CI Tools and the implementation of Daily Process controls to drive operational improvements
Actively participate in benchmarking and CI Network connections to identify, translate and promote best practices that can be applied in the plant
Support achievement of site conversion cost targets and identify cost reduction opportunities
Timely communication, tracking and reporting on project progress, results, and deviations from the project plan with key stakeholders

Fulltime

Intern, Continuous Improvement & Ai - It

Innovation is in our DNA… is it in yours? Bombardier is a global leader in aviat...

Location

Canada , Dorval

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong analytical thinking & communication skills
Currently enrolled in Computer Science or related field
Passionate about AI and more specifically Generative AI (GenAI) technologies
Fluent in English with a good understanding of French
Knowledge of prompt engineering and Microsoft Copilot Studio is a strong asset

Job Responsibility

Identify, support, and collaborate on continuous improvements based on AI-driven initiatives under the sponsorship of a leader
Identify and recommend potential use cases
Demonstrate clear benefits of use cases selected
Change management / mindset changes within the team demonstrating with use cases the power of AI
Participate and contribute in BIS team meetings related to AI use cases and digital innovation
Enhance your analytical and problem-solving skills in a real-world setting
Analyze data to generate actionable insights
Document processes, findings, and outcomes for knowledge sharing
Contribute to increasing the efficiency of the department by deploying the developed tools
Strengthen your presentation and storytelling skills to gain stakeholder buy-in

What we offer

Meet An Executive
Women Taking Flight
Bombardier Products conference
Visits of the Bombardier sites
Bombardier Academy of Learning
Volunteering
Networking for Success
5 à 7, Potluck, and much more

Senior Manager, Supplier Development & Continuous Improvement, Global Mobility

At Gates, we welcome challenges, celebrate hard work, and continually seek new t...

Location

United States , Rochester Hills

Salary:

160000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Year

MSA BOURGOGNE

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Engineering degree from an accredited institution required
15+ years of experience with 5+ in related supplier development, quality, or CI fields
Experience in managing product development, new product introduction (NPI), and mass production (MP) processes
Considerable experience working with global suppliers in Asia and can adjust quickly to be effective with cultural differences
Broad technical knowledge in materials, part forming (metals, plastics, composites) and assembly processes
Experience sourcing from a global supply base and managing sourcing phases from supplier research, supplier evaluation and selection, negotiations, and supplier onboarding
Proven success working on cross-functional and new product introduction projects, cost models, benchmarking, and negotiations
Familiarity with ERP systems and purchasing/planning functions
Formal training/education in Lean, 80/20, and CI Principles
Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis, APQP and Six Sigma tools and methodologies

Job Responsibility

Lead and build direct and contract supplier development teams in India, China, and Southeast Asia
Develop and oversee suppliers in North America and Europe as necessary
Lead comprehensive supplier analysis to formulate a strategic sourcing plan that identifies new/suitable suppliers, optimizes cost structures, and proactively ensures continuity of supply per demand
Create sourcing strategies to reduce risk, enable continuous cost reduction, and align with company strategy on terms and conditions, cash targets, on-time delivery, and cost savings
Direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in supplier operations, total cost effectiveness, service levels, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance, and other areas as identified
Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders to best understand their needs and consult with them to build quality procurement strategies aligned to business requirements
Lead and build a product quality team to immediately support regional customers with sustainability of supply, containment, and corrective action in quality incidents
Coordinate with engineering and corporate quality organizations to determine cause of rejected material and to drive appropriate changes to ensure elimination/reduction of those quality issues
Build genuine relationships both internally, externally, and within cross-functional teams to achieve corrective action consensus
Develop and implement a strategic roadmap of CI programs, 80/20, and resulting organization requirements

What we offer

Bonus Eligible
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options
3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days
401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement

Fulltime

Continuous Improvement Specialist II

All for building the future of safety and innovation, as a key member of Global ...

Location

Canada , Saint-Laurent

Salary:

Not provided

Randstad

Expiration Date

July 06, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering (technical or business) or equivalent experience in continuous improvement in a similar role
At least 7+ years of professional experience in lean, continuous improvement, operational excellence and/or combined with management, industrial engineering and/or project management
Relevant experience in workshop facilitation Experience in Six Sigma, Lean, Problem Solving Methodology, business process management (BPM) projects and Transformation
Pragmatic approach in its efforts to achieve excellence, flexibility, adaptability, in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work at different organizational levels and support management teams
Results oriented
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Autonomy in execution and decision-making
Excellent skills in coaching and strong power of persuasion
Mastery of interpersonal skills: Open and transparent communication, influence, active listening, and collaboration

Job Responsibility

Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives
Lead and deliver cross functional CI projects aligned with strategic priorities
Apply recognized methodologies and tools including Lean, Six Sigma, PDCA, A3, 8D, BPM, Design Thinking, and Kaizen events to deliver measurable improvements
Plan, facilitate, and lead Kaizen events to accelerate problem solving, process optimization, and team engagement
Training & Facilitation
Develop, maintain, and facilitate CI training and workshops aligned with high tech industry best practices
Design and deliver Kaizen event training, including preparation, facilitation techniques, and post event sustainment
Facilitate Kaizen events, problem solving workshops, root cause analyses, and process mapping sessions to empower teams to improve their own processes
Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring
Coach and mentor CI specialists, ambassadors, and business teams

Fulltime

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Continuous Improvement, Learning & Development Manager

We are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement, Learning & Development...

Location

South Africa , Cape Town

Salary:

Not provided

Collinson

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in Learning & Development, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Quality roles
Strong knowledge of adult learning principles and change management practices
Experience driving behavioural change and performance improvement
Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability
Experience working within insurance, financial services, contact centres, or regulated environments is desirable

Job Responsibility

Develop and implement learning and development strategies aligned to business goals
Identify capability gaps and design engaging, practical learning solutions
Deliver programmes including leadership development, compliance training, customer experience, and product capability
Create onboarding and continuous development pathways for key roles
Measure learning effectiveness, behavioural change, and adoption
Design reinforcement strategies including coaching tools and manager support
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Agile methodologies
Identify process inefficiencies and performance gaps using data-driven analysis
Facilitate workshops, root cause analysis, and problem-solving sessions
Develop and maintain Quality Assessment frameworks across customer interaction channels

What we offer

Opportunity to shape learning, quality, and continuous improvement across the organisation
Collaborative and supportive culture
High-impact role with strong visibility across the business

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