Project Manager – Operational Excellence
Acre Security · Danbury, CT · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
Your Impact
We are seeking a Project Manager – Operational Excellence to join our Comnet operations in Danbury, CT. In this critical role, you will lead the development, deployment, and long-term sustainability of the Comnet Operating System (COS) across the integrated supply chain. Your work will drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen product quality, operational efficiency, and financial performance, with a target of delivering 4% cost productivity year over year.
What You’ll Do
- Implement and sustain the ComNet Operating System (COS) across facilities, ensuring consistent and standardized operating practices.
- Partner with the Senior Supply Chain Manager to develop internal and external KPI metrics.
- Collaborate with the Senior Supply Chain Manager to design and implement a Supplier Scorecard.
- Lead cross-functional projects to optimize supply chain and manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, reliability, and scalability.
- Work with plant leadership to monitor KPIs, close performance gaps, and drive accountability.
- Standardize and replicate best practices across functions to support alignment and continuous improvement.
- Deliver training, coaching, and mentoring to build operational excellence capabilities across the organization.
- Communicate project outcomes, insights, and recommendations clearly to site and functional leadership.
What You’ll Bring
- A Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or supply chain environments.
- 5+ years of experience in operational excellence, project management, or continuous improvement roles.
- Strong expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent methodologies (certification preferred).
- Experience planning and leading Kaizen events.
- Proven ability to lead large-scale initiatives and deliver measurable performance improvements.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
What’s in It for You
- Be part of a disruptor – Help move security forward with a company redefining industry standards.
- Collaborate with experts – Work alongside leaders and innovators in security and hardware engineering.
- Make a real impact – Your work will directly contribute to high-quality security solutions used worldwide.
- Advance your career – Access professional development, training, and growth opportunities.
- Enjoy competitive rewards – We offer competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package.