Senior Continuous Improvement Consultant – Manufacturing

Accountabilities

• Manage a portfolio of operational, strategic, market research, and data management consulting engagements.
• Act as the primary client-facing consultant, building trusted relationships with stakeholders ranging from executive leadership to plant-floor teams.
• Conduct on-site assessments, workshops, and strategic sessions to identify opportunities and support successful implementation.
• Analyze operational challenges, develop improvement plans, and drive initiatives that enhance performance and sustainability.
• Apply data-driven problem-solving methodologies to evaluate issues and develop actionable recommendations.
• Present findings, insights, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership teams and boards of directors.
• Support clients with strategic planning, execution, measurement, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to business growth by strengthening existing client relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Mentor and coach associates and clients to support capability development and organizational improvement.
• Travel regularly to client locations, approximately 75% of the time, to support in-person consulting engagements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in manufacturing operations and/or strategic consulting environments.
• Experience applying lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Quick Changeover, Standard Work, and related practices is preferred.
• Strong research, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly assess business situations, extract relevant information, and develop creative problem-solving approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to manage relationships with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, coach, and influence others.
• Comfortable working independently, managing priorities, and taking ownership of projects and schedules.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively for client engagements.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary range of $117,000 - $158,000 USD, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, location, and business considerations.
• Potential eligibility for an annual discretionary performance-based bonus.
• Multiple medical plan options, including HMO and PPO choices.
• Dental and vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options with potential employer contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company-sponsored life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) savings plan with employer matching contributions and profit-sharing opportunities.
• Education, certification, and professional development assistance.
• Flexible time off programs.
• Family care leave, parental leave, and family formation benefits.
• Cell phone reimbursement and travel rewards.
• Additional voluntary benefits including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, identity theft protection, and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.

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