Continuous Improvement Manager

Position Summary

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading and driving operational excellence, business process improvement, and lean transformation initiatives across a 550-employee aerospace manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the site's continuous improvement strategy aligned with business objectives and customer requirements.

• Serve as the primary change agent for operational excellence initiatives across all functions.

• Partner with the Plant Manager and leadership team to establish annual improvement priorities and measurable targets.

• Build a culture that embraces data-driven decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Lead deployment and sustainment of Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the facility.

• Facilitate value stream mapping and identify waste reduction opportunities across manufacturing and administrative processes.

• Drive implementation of Lean tools including:5SStandard WorkVisual ManagementDaily Management SystemsKaizen EventsError-Proofing (Poka-Yoke)TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)Pull Systems and Flow Improvements

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure improvement effectiveness.

• Lead cross-functional efforts to streamline and optimize processes across:OperationsManufacturing EngineeringQuality EngineeringSupply ChainMaterials ManagementProgram ManagementMaintenanceFinanceHuman ResourcesAdministrative Functions

• Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and systemic issues impacting business performance.

• Develop sustainable solutions that improve cycle times, productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.

• Facilitate structured problem-solving activities using methodologies such as:DMAICPDCAA3Root Cause Analysis8DFishbone DiagramsStatistical Analysis

• Analyze operational data and trends to identify improvement opportunities.

• Utilize data visualization and reporting tools to communicate performance and progress.

• Develop and deliver training programs on Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Mentor leaders, supervisors, engineers, and frontline employees on improvement practices.

• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and continuous improvement events.

• Lead employee engagement efforts that encourage idea generation and ownership of improvement activities.

• Manage a portfolio of continuous improvement projects from identification through implementation and sustainment.

• Establish clear project charters, timelines, deliverables, and financial impact measurements.

• Ensure project benefits are validated and sustained through appropriate controls and monitoring.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and/or Operational Excellence

• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory or manager of people experience in a manufacturing environment

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future

Preferred Qualifications:

• Seven (7) years of experience in Lean Six Sigma and/or Operational Excellence

Additional Information:

• Key Performance Indicators: The Continuous Improvement Manager will be measured through improvements in:

  • Safety performance
  • Cost of poor quality
  • Manufacturing lead time
  • Labor productivity
  • Inventor turns
  • Scrap and rework reduction
  • Overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
  • Working capital improvements
  • Employee engagement in continuous improvement activities
  • Annual cost savings and productivity improvements

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