Continuous Improvement Specialist

Job Duties

• Analyze current processes, workflows, and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support and manage continuous improvement projects from planning through implementation and follow-up.
• Partner with team members across operations, quality, supply chain, and other functions to gather input and drive solutions.
• Create process maps, track metrics, and prepare reports that show progress, outcomes, and recommendations.
• Help facilitate root cause analysis, problem-solving sessions, and improvement events.
• Monitor results after implementation to ensure changes are effective and sustainable.
• Document standard work, process updates, and lessons learned.
• Communicate project status clearly to stakeholders and escalate risks or roadblocks as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Required: bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations, supply chain, industrial engineering, or a related field. Or 3-5 years of relevant experience in continuous improvement, operations, process improvement, manufacturing, or a related environment; internships, co-ops, or project-based experience may also be considered.
• At least two years of experience working in an environment where analytical thinking and problem-solving skills were the norm; must have the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• At least two years of experience coordinating and contributing to complex projects, including managing timelines, tasks, and stakeholders.
• Experience working with continuous improvement tools and methodologies such as Lean, Kaizen, 5 Whys, root cause analysis, or Six Sigma.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business tools.
• Exposure to Lean or Six Sigma environments, coursework, or certification required.
• Strong experience using data visualization, reporting, or process mapping tools; Excel/Pivot tables and Power BI, etc. required.
• Prior experience participating in improvement workshops, Kaizen events, or operational improvement projects.
• Prior experience working in a fast-paced environment and balancing multiple priorities, preferable for a CPG company.

Skills

• Analytical thinking
• Project management
• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Data analysis and reporting
• Process mapping
• Root cause analysis
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Written and verbal communication
• Organization and attention to detail