Continuous Improvement Specialist

About the role

COME JOIN MID-CONTINENT! “Where your work is valued—above-market pay, real work-life balance, and a team that feels like home.”

Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes, workflows, and operational practices to identify improvement opportunities with consideration to impact and feasibility
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or Value Stream Mapping
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and root causes of operational issues
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to drive stakeholder engagement, define success criteria, and align expectations throughout improvement initiatives
• Develop and implement action plans outlining specific deliverables, outcome indicators, and performance-measured indicators to improve productivity, quality, customer service, and employee experience
• Communicate effectively with production staff to ensure implemented lean principles and processes are understood using change management techniques
• Monitor implementation of solutions to ensure objectives and expected benefits are achieved
• Support organizational goals related to compliance, efficiency, safety, customer satisfaction, and performance metrics

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in process improvement, operations, and project management in a manufacturing environment
• Average of 5+ years of experience in process improvement, operations, and project management in a manufacturing environment
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail
• Organized, focused and results oriented
• Problem-solver with critical thinking and prioritizing skills
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (not required)
• Change Management certification (not required)

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Results-oriented approach
• Problem-solving abilities
• Effective communication skills

Benefits

We provide above-market pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We promote an environment where you can excel in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our facility is climate controlled, clean, organized, and safe. We operate in a professional, light manufacturing environment.

Pay

Actual compensation offered within the targeted salary range will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

We offer flexible schedules to accommodate your needs.