Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist
Novozymes A/S, part of Novonesis Group, West Allis, WI, United States
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JR110946**Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist:****(West Allis or Madsion, WI) (Full Time) (Hybrid)**The Regional continuous improvement specialist works across the Americas Microbes Production region that includes 10 plants in Canada, North America, Brazil, and Argentina to deploy employee training programs and support strategic regional and plan continuous improvement breakthrough objectivesThe Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for training and Go4Excellence initiatives within Americas Microbes Production. This role drives strategic continuous improvement projects at both regional and site levels while owning the end-to-end design, implementation, coordination, and delivery of the regional employee training program. The specialist focuses on standardizing best practices, building capability through structured training methodologies (including TWI-Job Instruction, peer to peer, and OneMS systems), and fostering a culture of operational excellence, learning, and skill development.**The Role and your impact:*** Train, certify, and coach site master trainers to deploy job instruction training at their plant.* Lead or facilitate regional and site strategic breakthrough objectives and initiatives using continuous improvement methods.* Lead OneMS learning management system, facilitate improvement of employee onboarding program.* Process improvement methodologies, analytical and problem-solving skills, project management, training, facilitation, strategic thinking, communication, collaboration.* Proactive, influence without authority, adaptability, attention to detail, lifelong learner.* Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate and production setting* Strong background in continuous improvement including strategy deployment, cascading performance management, A3 problem solving, rapid improvement events, leader standard work, & standard work**What you'll Need to Be Successful:*** 3 - 5 years proven work experience in continuous improvement, training, and facilitating teams* Ability to travel to Americas Microbes sites in US, Canada, Brazil, and Argentina* Ability to become a certified TWI-Job Instruction master trainer* Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, conduct and evaluate)* Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops, train adult learners, and influence change across multiple sites* Excellent project management, data analysis, and dashboard/reporting skills Create and execute job instruction training programs regionally. Support the implementation of strategic breakthrough objectives**Application deadline:** April 17,2026**Expected salary range: $120,000-145,000****Benefits you will enjoy:*** 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution* Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time* Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance* Healthcare savings account option* Employee assistance program* Parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* All benefits begin on your first day**Our purpose guides the way**In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.**Opportunities for everyone**We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.**Explore other openings**If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities atCreate a job alert, and we’ll let you know when new opportunities matching your interests open up.**To create a job alert:*** Click this
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Hybridlocations:
West Allis, Milwaukee:
Madisontime type:
Full timeposted on:
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End Date: April 17, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id:
JR110946**Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist:****(West Allis or Madsion, WI) (Full Time) (Hybrid)**The Regional continuous improvement specialist works across the Americas Microbes Production region that includes 10 plants in Canada, North America, Brazil, and Argentina to deploy employee training programs and support strategic regional and plan continuous improvement breakthrough objectivesThe Regional Continuous Improvement Specialist serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for training and Go4Excellence initiatives within Americas Microbes Production. This role drives strategic continuous improvement projects at both regional and site levels while owning the end-to-end design, implementation, coordination, and delivery of the regional employee training program. The specialist focuses on standardizing best practices, building capability through structured training methodologies (including TWI-Job Instruction, peer to peer, and OneMS systems), and fostering a culture of operational excellence, learning, and skill development.**The Role and your impact:*** Train, certify, and coach site master trainers to deploy job instruction training at their plant.* Lead or facilitate regional and site strategic breakthrough objectives and initiatives using continuous improvement methods.* Lead OneMS learning management system, facilitate improvement of employee onboarding program.* Process improvement methodologies, analytical and problem-solving skills, project management, training, facilitation, strategic thinking, communication, collaboration.* Proactive, influence without authority, adaptability, attention to detail, lifelong learner.* Hands-on experience coordinating multiple training events in a corporate and production setting* Strong background in continuous improvement including strategy deployment, cascading performance management, A3 problem solving, rapid improvement events, leader standard work, & standard work**What you'll Need to Be Successful:*** 3 - 5 years proven work experience in continuous improvement, training, and facilitating teams* Ability to travel to Americas Microbes sites in US, Canada, Brazil, and Argentina* Ability to become a certified TWI-Job Instruction master trainer* Proven ability to complete full training cycle (assess needs, plan, develop, coordinate, conduct and evaluate)* Demonstrated ability to facilitate workshops, train adult learners, and influence change across multiple sites* Excellent project management, data analysis, and dashboard/reporting skills Create and execute job instruction training programs regionally. Support the implementation of strategic breakthrough objectives**Application deadline:** April 17,2026**Expected salary range: $120,000-145,000****Benefits you will enjoy:*** 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution* Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time* Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance* Healthcare savings account option* Employee assistance program* Parental leave* Tuition reimbursement* All benefits begin on your first day**Our purpose guides the way**In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.**Opportunities for everyone**We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.**Explore other openings**If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities atCreate a job alert, and we’ll let you know when new opportunities matching your interests open up.**To create a job alert:*** Click this
to set up a job alert. **Please note**: You’ll need to sign in or create an account to proceed.* Once signed in, select “Create Job Alert”.* Choose the job categories and locations that match your interests.* Click “Create” - and we’ll notify you directly when a relevant position is posted.Choose a career that matters - and never miss an opportunity to make a difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr