Continuous Improvement Manager
Binks, Jackson, TN, United States
Provides CIS leadership through the participation and support of CI activities and Kaizen events. Maintains and sustains SQDC metrics and facilitates the completion of Kaizen events with team members. Actively promotes the CI culture through training and the mentoring of potential Kaizen leadership.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Lead cross‑functional improvement projects to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency Analyze current processes, identify gaps, and develop actionable improvement plans Implement Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, etc.) Facilitate training and coaching for employees at all levels Track KPIs and report progress to leadership Partner with operations, quality, supply chain, and other teams to ensure sustainable improvements Support digital transformation and automation initiatives where applicable Promote a culture of problem‑solving and continuous learning Lead cost savings objectives and plans for annual operations targets Plant leader for safety requirements and annual compliance Other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, xsgimln or related field 3–7 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or process engineering Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Excellent communication and facilitation abilities Experience leading cross‑functional teams Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, Minitab, etc.)
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Lead cross‑functional improvement projects to enhance productivity, quality, and cost efficiency Analyze current processes, identify gaps, and develop actionable improvement plans Implement Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, etc.) Facilitate training and coaching for employees at all levels Track KPIs and report progress to leadership Partner with operations, quality, supply chain, and other teams to ensure sustainable improvements Support digital transformation and automation initiatives where applicable Promote a culture of problem‑solving and continuous learning Lead cost savings objectives and plans for annual operations targets Plant leader for safety requirements and annual compliance Other duties as required QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, xsgimln or related field 3–7 years of experience in continuous improvement, operational excellence, or process engineering Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Excellent communication and facilitation abilities Experience leading cross‑functional teams Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, Minitab, etc.)