This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
The Continuous Improvement Manager plays a crucial role in driving organizational change through both formal and informal teaching, active 1-on-1 mentoring, and troubleshooting with employees. This role involves executing Black Belt level projects and articulating a vision for the future that inspires others to embrace change. As a strong customer advocate, the Continuous Improvement Manager often evaluates processes and outcomes from a customer perspective, acting in their best interest.
Job Responsibility:
Develop, implement, and sustain process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
Drive process improvement initiatives across the organization, including suppliers and customers, to achieve site KPIs
Provide 1-on-1 coaching and mentoring
Lead at least one medium to large project impacting the local site at all times
Leads WB/YB/GB training and assists with BB training as required
Has ownership of at least one large, complex project impacting multiple sites and/or enterprise level at all times
Support strategy through the tactical application of CI principles
Possess in-depth knowledge in own discipline and basic knowledge of related disciplines
Lead project teams with an emphasis on cross functional collaboration and employee engagement
Define strategy through engagement with site leadership in deploying CI principles
Demonstrate leadership behaviors such as aligning with strategy, providing direction, and influencing without authority
Provide leadership to managers, supervisors, and professional staff
Influence without authority resources and policy formation within the area of responsibility
Responsible for scheduling classes and working within training system to record completions
Undertake additional tasks as determined relevant by management
Requirements:
Strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate across all areas of the organization
Strong computer skills, including data capture, manipulation, and reporting, with fluency in Microsoft Office
Courage to act decisively when it matters to customers
Ability to lead inclusively with humility and openness to diverse ideas and input
Technical skills in Lean Six Sigma
Strong knowledge of Lean product flow and process development from order receipt through delivery
Working knowledge of Six Sigma principles/methods, including Statistical Process Control, Capability Analysis, and A3 problem-solving tools
Holds minimum Black Belt certification
Leverage data analytics for strategic and tactical business decisions
Seven to ten years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with Lean Manufacturing experience preferred
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent preferred with a solid Track record of success with increasingly responsible leadership experience
What we offer:
medical
dental
vision
paid vacation
401k (up to 4% match)
Health Savings Account (with company contribution)