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Continuous Improvement Manager - St. Johns Area

The Pivot Group Network, Saint Johns, MI, United States


Continuous Improvement Manager | St. Johns, MI Salary Range: $86,000 - $132,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity We partner with manufacturers across St. Johns seeking Continuous Improvement Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma) across manufacturing operations.

Identify and analyze process inefficiencies, waste, and bottlenecks using data-driven methodologies.

Develop, implement, and sustain new or improved processes and standardized work procedures.

Train, mentor, and coach employees at all levels on Lean principles, tools, and problem-solving techniques.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and measure the impact of improvement efforts.

Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization.

Manage a portfolio of continuous improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and realized benefits.

Recommended Qualifications

5+ years of progressive continuous improvement experience within a manufacturing environment.

Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB).

Proven ability to lead and implement complex process improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in data analysis tools.

Excellent communication, collaboration, and change management capabilities.

Bonus Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.

Proficiency with advanced data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP, Tableau, Power BI).

Experience with automation, Industry 4.0, or digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing.

Certification or extensive experience in organizational change management.

Job Titles That Should Apply Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Lean Six Sigma Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Business Process Improvement Manager, CI Manager, Process Optimization Manager, Lean Manager, Six Sigma Manager, Continuous Improvement Lead, Operational Excellence Lead, Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist

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