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Continuous Improvement & Process Manager

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Hunter Douglas

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United States , Cowpens

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Salary:

95000.00 - 128000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally. As a member of the Hunter Douglas family of brands, Mermet is the leading innovator of sun control textiles. Our care for people propels us to design only the highest quality fabrics to comfortably control environments and create better places to live, work, and visit. At Mermet, we are committed to advancing the technology of shading solutions. Meet the brand driving an industry forward! We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Job Responsibility:

  • Analyze current processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and variation, and recommend/implement improvement goals
  • Design, implement, and improve workflows, layouts, and standard operating procedures
  • Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies
  • Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis
  • Collect, analyze, and interpret process performance data to develop KPIs and dashboards
  • Lead cross-functional CI projects, facilitate Kaizen events, and foster best practices through benchmarking and research
  • Support quality improvement initiatives, ensure compliance with standards, and mitigate process-related safety risks
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions while training operators and leadership on new processes
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Textile preferred) or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in process engineering or continuous improvement
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools
  • Experience with process mapping, data analysis, and problem-solving techniques
  • Experience in the Textile and/or Paper industry
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (preferred)
  • Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and industrial data analysis tools
  • Strong facilitation and project management skills
  • Proficient in Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, VSM, SMED, Poka-Yoke) and Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC, statistical analysis)
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills

Nice to have:

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

What we offer:
  • Annual base salary range: $95,000- $128,000
  • Bonus target range: 20-25%
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay
  • 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and product discounts

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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