Continuous Improvement Manager
Teknor Apex Company, Brownsville, TN, United States
Position Summary
The Lean Continuous Improvement Manager leads the deployment of Lean manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity across manufacturing operations. This role partners closely Operations Excellence team and plant leadership to implement lean basics as a foundation, improve process stability, and build a sustainable culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead North American Lean Steering Council
Leading process improvement initiatives
Own & report KPI related to the maturity of the Lean program (Lean KPIs, Productivity improvements, Cost reduction, etc) – including lean assessment by plant
Process Optimization: Analyze operational conditions to identify waste and implement Lean Manufacturing projects that optimize manufacturing processes
Drive implementation of best practices across multiple facilities
Promote and lead implementation of standard processes across operations group
Develop and build systematic approach to a lean culture with training and mentoring workforce members in Lean tools and CI techniques.
Develop Operations leadership as Coaches, to support and maintain the CI culture
Change Management, act as a hands‑on change agent, challenging the status quo and fostering a culture of ownership and results across functional boundaries.
Visual Management: Maintain visual controls to communicate, track, and sustain performance results.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, electrical, Industrial) - preferred - will consider other backgrounds
5+ years of experience in manufacturing - Lean or Continuous Improvement roles.
Proven ability to lead shop‑floor improvement initiatives.
Excellent facilitation, communication, and coaching skills
Preferred Skills
Lean Certification Silver or Bronze
Leading Programs for Mult‑Site Structure
Self Motivated
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Frequent hands‑on work around production machinery
Must be comfortable with shop floor conditions
Ability to climb stairs
Travel up to 40%
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.
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Key Responsibilities
Lead North American Lean Steering Council
Leading process improvement initiatives
Own & report KPI related to the maturity of the Lean program (Lean KPIs, Productivity improvements, Cost reduction, etc) – including lean assessment by plant
Process Optimization: Analyze operational conditions to identify waste and implement Lean Manufacturing projects that optimize manufacturing processes
Drive implementation of best practices across multiple facilities
Promote and lead implementation of standard processes across operations group
Develop and build systematic approach to a lean culture with training and mentoring workforce members in Lean tools and CI techniques.
Develop Operations leadership as Coaches, to support and maintain the CI culture
Change Management, act as a hands‑on change agent, challenging the status quo and fostering a culture of ownership and results across functional boundaries.
Visual Management: Maintain visual controls to communicate, track, and sustain performance results.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, electrical, Industrial) - preferred - will consider other backgrounds
5+ years of experience in manufacturing - Lean or Continuous Improvement roles.
Proven ability to lead shop‑floor improvement initiatives.
Excellent facilitation, communication, and coaching skills
Preferred Skills
Lean Certification Silver or Bronze
Leading Programs for Mult‑Site Structure
Self Motivated
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Frequent hands‑on work around production machinery
Must be comfortable with shop floor conditions
Ability to climb stairs
Travel up to 40%
Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.
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