Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement to lead and accelerate operational excellence across multiple site locations.

In Short

• Support RVP & Director of Continuous Improvement in driving CI within assigned sites.
• Execute SHOP to enhance Safety, Quality, Productivity and Service across multiple sites.
• Utilize KPIs and metrics to measure the effectiveness of improvement efforts.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Coach/mentor site CI and Operations personnel on SHOP, GAP closure, and problem-solving techniques/methodologies to drive CI.
• Lead cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, execute projects to resolve top opportunities and track action plans through completion.
• Collaborate with other CI and Operations leaders to identify benchmarking opportunities.
• Provide guidance and support to Site Directors and teams in implementing lean manufacturing principles and methodologies.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align continuous improvement efforts with organizational goals and objectives.
• Lead change management initiatives to ensure successful implementation of process improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or related field; or 10+ years in a business improvement role at a manager level.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodology, and/or IWS/TPM process improvement methodologies.
• Results oriented with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information from a variety of sources.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously typically working with multiple teams.
• Ability to see the big picture translating details into an organizational perspective.
• Exceptional communication/interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to lead, manage and implement organizational and cultural change to deliver results.
• Excellent conflict resolution and solution focused problem-solving skills (creativity before capital).
• Proficiency in data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel, Infinity QS, etc.).
• Willingness to travel to multiple site locations as needed (50 - 80%).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account.
• Retirement Savings Plan with Match.
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability.
• Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Plan.
• Numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate.