Sr. Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement Leader

About the role

Lead Charter’s Core Value of Continuous Improvement by modeling advanced problem-solving, reinforcing disciplined improvement behaviors, strengthening plant-level problem identification and resolution, and advancing Operational Excellence system maturity.

Drive execution of key strategic priorities through support of daily operations, mentoring and coaching teams, and leading cross-functional initiatives that deliver significant operational and financial impact.

Serve as a visible change leader, accelerating adoption and building sustainable organizational capability across the business.

Responsibilities

• Daily support of plant leadership in identifying improvement opportunities
• Coordinate and track the plant’s portfolio of improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment, visibility, accountability, and measurable results
• Develop clear project mandates, track milestones, and validate financial results in partnership with Finance
• Provide timely project updates and performance reporting to plant leadership
• Reinforce disciplined problem-solving practices by ensuring appropriate methodologies are selected and rigorously applied to identified issues
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving tools to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, cycle time, service and engagement
• Coach and mentor Lean/Six Sigma Belts in application of best problem-solving methodologies
• Advance OpEx system maturity through reinforcement of Standard Work, Visual Management, Disciplined Problem Solving and Coaching
• Daily participation in shop floor Gemba walks in assigned plant(s)
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert in complex statistical and analytical methods
• Identify and escalate systemic barriers to improvement
• Foster trust, teamwork, and safety in improvement efforts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education
• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives
• Leverage Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or commensurate experience
• Proven success leading cross-functional projects using Lean Six/Sigma methods resulting in measurable business impact
• Strong analytical capability including statistical modeling and advanced data analysis
• Demonstrated classroom training and curriculum development experience
• Strong project management and prioritization skills
• Proficiency with advanced statistical and data tools (Minitab, database tools, etc.)
• Willingness to travel

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of progressive experience leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives
• Leverage Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or commensurate experience
• Proven success leading cross-functional projects using Lean Six/Sigma methods resulting in measurable business impact
• Strong analytical capability including statistical modeling and advanced data analysis
• Demonstrated classroom training and curriculum development experience
• Strong project management and prioritization skills
• Proficiency with advanced statistical and data tools (Minitab, database tools, etc.)

Skills

• Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification (or ability to obtain within defined timeframe)
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma enterprise systems
• Experience coordinating CI efforts across multiple sites or functions
• Experience in steel manufacturing processes
• Proficiency in SQL or advanced analytics tools

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit sharing
• Company-paid life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO)

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Onsite