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Continuous Improvement Manager - Rockford Area

The Pivot Group, Rockford, MI, United States


Overview Continuous Improvement Manager | Rockford, MI Salary Range: $90,000 - $137,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste? This opportunity targets organizations in Rockford seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity We are partnering with organizations in Rockford that are seeking Continuous Improvement Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies across production processes.

Identify and analyze operational inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste to develop effective improvement strategies.

Coach, mentor, and train employees at all levels on continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

Manage and facilitate continuous improvement projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely execution and measurable results.

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness of improvement initiatives and sustain gains.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, problem-solving, and waste elimination throughout the organization.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process standardization and best practice sharing.

Recommended Qualifications

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Minimum of 5 years experience leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.

Proven ability to apply Lean methodologies (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S) and Six Sigma tools to drive measurable results.

Strong project management skills, capable of managing multiple improvement projects from inception to sustainable implementation.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

Demonstrated experience in change management, training, and coaching teams at all organizational levels.

Bonus Qualifications

Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Proficiency with advanced statistical software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)

Experience implementing digital transformation or Industry 4.0 initiatives

Certification in Change Management (e.g., PROSCI)

Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or advanced reliability engineering principles

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Manager

Lean Manager

Process Improvement Manager

Operational Excellence Manager

Lean Six Sigma Manager

CI Manager

Business Process Improvement Manager

Process Excellence Manager

Performance Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Lead

Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist

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