Continuous Improvement Manager
Greenlight Resources, Detroit, MI, United States
Continuous Improvement Leader
Compensation: $130,000–$185,000 base + annual bonus
Location: Detroit or Lansing Michigan
Relocation assistance is available.
We’re a leading manufacturing organization seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive enterprise‑wide operational excellence across multiple facilities. This role is central to advancing Lean maturity, leading high‑impact Kaizen events, and building a culture of structured problem‑solving and continuous improvement at both the plant and corporate levels. It offers strong visibility, cross‑functional influence, and a long‑term path toward broader operational leadership.
What You’ll Do
Lead high‑impact Kaizen events that improve productivity, quality, cost, and operational performance
Develop and mentor employees in Lean tools, structured problem‑solving, and daily management systems
Build and execute 30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day sustainment plans to ensure improvements remain embedded
Conduct post‑Kaizen audits, reinforce standard work, and ensure long‑term adherence to best practices
Facilitate hands‑on training workshops to strengthen Lean capability across all levels of the organization
Partner with plant and corporate leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement initiatives
Use analytics and data insights to guide decision‑making and elevate operational performance
Serve as a subject matter expert in Lean methodologies including:
Daily Management
6S
Value Stream Mapping
Transactional Process Improvement
A3, 8D, DMAIC, and root‑cause frameworks
Gemba walks
Flow, pull systems, and Kanban
Champion a culture of continuous improvement through audits, coaching, and consistent engagement
Drive organizational transformation by embedding CI principles into daily operations and leadership routines
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred)
8+ years leading Kaizen events and CI initiatives with measurable operational results
7+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly environments
Proven ability to coach and mentor leaders and employees in Lean and CI methodologies
Expert‑level knowledge of Lean tools, structured problem‑solving, and prioritization techniques
Strong sustainment capability with experience managing 30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day follow‑through plans
Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Demonstrated success driving cultural transformation and building CI maturity across an organization
Bonus Points
Experience supporting multi‑site CI deployment - Deployment at both plant and operations level
Background in automotive, high‑volume manufacturing, or complex assembly environments (JIT)
Prior involvement in enterprise‑level Lean strategy or operational excellence programs
What’s In It for You Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k with company match) and more.
If interested, please provide an updated resume and send to Justin@greenlightresources.co
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We’re a leading manufacturing organization seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive enterprise‑wide operational excellence across multiple facilities. This role is central to advancing Lean maturity, leading high‑impact Kaizen events, and building a culture of structured problem‑solving and continuous improvement at both the plant and corporate levels. It offers strong visibility, cross‑functional influence, and a long‑term path toward broader operational leadership.
What You’ll Do
Lead high‑impact Kaizen events that improve productivity, quality, cost, and operational performance
Develop and mentor employees in Lean tools, structured problem‑solving, and daily management systems
Build and execute 30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day sustainment plans to ensure improvements remain embedded
Conduct post‑Kaizen audits, reinforce standard work, and ensure long‑term adherence to best practices
Facilitate hands‑on training workshops to strengthen Lean capability across all levels of the organization
Partner with plant and corporate leadership to identify, prioritize, and execute improvement initiatives
Use analytics and data insights to guide decision‑making and elevate operational performance
Serve as a subject matter expert in Lean methodologies including:
Daily Management
6S
Value Stream Mapping
Transactional Process Improvement
A3, 8D, DMAIC, and root‑cause frameworks
Gemba walks
Flow, pull systems, and Kanban
Champion a culture of continuous improvement through audits, coaching, and consistent engagement
Drive organizational transformation by embedding CI principles into daily operations and leadership routines
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred)
8+ years leading Kaizen events and CI initiatives with measurable operational results
7+ years of experience in manufacturing or assembly environments
Proven ability to coach and mentor leaders and employees in Lean and CI methodologies
Expert‑level knowledge of Lean tools, structured problem‑solving, and prioritization techniques
Strong sustainment capability with experience managing 30‑, 60‑, and 90‑day follow‑through plans
Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Demonstrated success driving cultural transformation and building CI maturity across an organization
Bonus Points
Experience supporting multi‑site CI deployment - Deployment at both plant and operations level
Background in automotive, high‑volume manufacturing, or complex assembly environments (JIT)
Prior involvement in enterprise‑level Lean strategy or operational excellence programs
What’s In It for You Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD/STD, 401k with company match) and more.
If interested, please provide an updated resume and send to Justin@greenlightresources.co
#J-18808-Ljbffr