Continuous Improvement Manager

Position overview:

Initiate and facilitates lean improvement programs, events and activities. Responsible for leadership and development program that educate team members about lean concepts that lead to the identification, development, and implementation of improvements resulting in improved safety, productivity, quality, and cost reductions.

Essential duties & responsibilities:

· Directs and facilitates the ongoing lean improvement process using techniques such as Kaizen, 5’S, TPM, Kanban, Policy Deployment, etc.

· Provides lean improvement orientation and on-the-job training for team members, and ensures that the responsibilities are defined and understood, and oversees the lean projects.

· Teach others to lead improvement efforts, including training on effective tools for successful project leadership.

· Identify ongoing lean improvement training needs and assist with developing and implementing the required training.

· Ensure appropriate safety and ergonomic processes and methods are being utilized. Identify needs relating to improvements, assist in developing and implementing solutions.

· Establish metrics to monitor financial savings as compared to established goals and targets.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

· Ability to engage a cross-functional team towards a desired outcome.

· Strong change management skills to include the practical implementation of Lean Manufacturing Principles and Concepts.

· Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Strong leadership, problem solving and analytical skills.

· Ability to organize and plan use of time and people effectively and efficiently.

Qualifications / Prior Experience:

· Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience is required

· BS degree with an emphasis in manufacturing, or equivalent is desired

· Full working knowledge of Lean Concepts with demonstrated results

· Six Sigma Green Belt

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing management: 3 years (Required)
• Continuous improvement: 3 years (Required)
• Lean manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
• Process improvement: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: One location