Continuous Improvement Manager

Position Summary

As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you will serve as the strategic leader and driving force behind operational excellence across multiple business units. You will own, lead, and execute the full Continuous Improvement (CI) Deployment plan across multiple of our high-mix, low-volume sites, enabling them to achieve targets across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related technical discipline
• 7+ years of progressive experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or manufacturing engineering roles, with at least 2 years in a CI managerial or team lead capacity
• Automotive, Aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing (medical device, space) experience strongly preferred
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing operations is a plus
• Leverage advanced Lean tools, data-driven analysis, and strong change management skills to eliminate waste, optimize workflows, and deliver sustainable results
• Hands-on experience deploying Daily Tiered Accountability, Leader Standard Work and Process Confirmation
• Proven experience leading Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Pull Systems, and cellular manufacturing implementations
• Highly competent in leading teams in problem solving and mistake proofing
• Proficiency with data analysis using Microsoft Excel
• Hands-on experience with material replenishment and flow
• Strong program and project management skills; ability to manage and prioritize a portfolio of concurrent improvement initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to influence, motivate, and lead without direct authority across all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills
• Proven track record of building CI capability through training, coaching, and mentoring employees at all levels
• Change management experience with the ability to drive cultural transformation in a manufacturing setting
• Self-directed and results-oriented, with a strong bias for action and accountability
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder) to comply with ITAR regulations

Core Values

The core values - Accountability, Collaboration, and Empowerment (ACE) - are the foundation of how we operate and drive success. You will take ownership of your contributions, collaborate with a team that gets stuff done, and be empowered to innovate and pursue bold initiatives that drive our business forward.

Pay Transparency

The pay range for this position is $140,000 - $190,000 per year. Exact salary will be contingent upon your experience, education, skills, and any other factors.