Continuous Improvement Manager
Vanderlande Industries B.V., New York, NY, United States
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JR36015### Job TitleContinuous Improvement Manager### Job Description**Job Title: Continuous Improvement Manager****Role Summary**: Vanderlande North America is seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Manager to drive the implementation of lean methodologies across its Manufacturing branch. This role is pivotal in executing the transition from a consultant-led approach to a self-sustained lean production system. The ideal candidate will focus on coaching, training, and enabling teams to develop and sustain lean problem-solving capabilities. Additionally, this role will coordinate continuous improvement efforts to ensure best practices are shared and sustained across the organization.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Create and facilitate training programs related to safety, quality, and equipment usage* Lead the transition of self-sustainment of lean in North America, ensuring the development of a sustainable lean culture* Coach and facilitate lean manufacturing methodologies, embedding problem-solving skills across all supply chain teams* Provide hands-on support through coaching, training, and facilitating lean workshops, kaizen events, and continuous improvement initiatives* Empower teams to take ownership of continuous improvement by embedding lean capabilities at all levels* Measure and track the impact of CI initiatives, ensuring continuous progress toward operational excellence* Serve as a change agent, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and self-sufficiency**Required Skills & Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field* Minimum of 7 years of experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence (or equivalent)* Strong facilitation and coaching skills, with the ability to develop lean capabilities in others* Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills* Strong project management and organizational skills* Ability to adapt and manage multiple CI initiatives across various teams**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in leading large-scale lean transformations* Knowledge of Supply Chain operations within a complex, global organization.* Experience with ISO certification and ISO audits**Travel:**Less than 10%.**Supervisory Responsibility:**This position has no supervisory responsibilities.**Work Environment and Physical Demands:**The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.Employee will be subject to warehouse environment, cold temperatures of 40 degrees , and will be required to wear jacket.
Noise levels of 90 decibels can be reached at certain times.
Can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles while in manufacturing environment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds.)**Other Duties:**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**EEOC Statement** *We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.***Aspire. Grow. Achieve.** ***Together***Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can **aspire** to new heights, enjoy personal **growth** and thrive on **achievement**environment.
We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services.If you **aspire** to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects.You will **grow**, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that ***together*** we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries.To **achieve** our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins...So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.
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White, GA, USAtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date: May 15, 2026 (17 days left to apply)job requisition id:
JR36015### Job TitleContinuous Improvement Manager### Job Description**Job Title: Continuous Improvement Manager****Role Summary**: Vanderlande North America is seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Manager to drive the implementation of lean methodologies across its Manufacturing branch. This role is pivotal in executing the transition from a consultant-led approach to a self-sustained lean production system. The ideal candidate will focus on coaching, training, and enabling teams to develop and sustain lean problem-solving capabilities. Additionally, this role will coordinate continuous improvement efforts to ensure best practices are shared and sustained across the organization.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Create and facilitate training programs related to safety, quality, and equipment usage* Lead the transition of self-sustainment of lean in North America, ensuring the development of a sustainable lean culture* Coach and facilitate lean manufacturing methodologies, embedding problem-solving skills across all supply chain teams* Provide hands-on support through coaching, training, and facilitating lean workshops, kaizen events, and continuous improvement initiatives* Empower teams to take ownership of continuous improvement by embedding lean capabilities at all levels* Measure and track the impact of CI initiatives, ensuring continuous progress toward operational excellence* Serve as a change agent, fostering a mindset of continuous improvement and self-sufficiency**Required Skills & Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field* Minimum of 7 years of experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational excellence (or equivalent)* Strong facilitation and coaching skills, with the ability to develop lean capabilities in others* Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization* Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills* Strong project management and organizational skills* Ability to adapt and manage multiple CI initiatives across various teams**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience in leading large-scale lean transformations* Knowledge of Supply Chain operations within a complex, global organization.* Experience with ISO certification and ISO audits**Travel:**Less than 10%.**Supervisory Responsibility:**This position has no supervisory responsibilities.**Work Environment and Physical Demands:**The work environment/physical requirements described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.Employee will be subject to warehouse environment, cold temperatures of 40 degrees , and will be required to wear jacket.
Noise levels of 90 decibels can be reached at certain times.
Can be exposed to fumes or airborne particles while in manufacturing environment.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 75 pounds.)**Other Duties:**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.**EEOC Statement** *We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.***Aspire. Grow. Achieve.** ***Together***Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can **aspire** to new heights, enjoy personal **growth** and thrive on **achievement**environment.
We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services.If you **aspire** to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects.You will **grow**, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that ***together*** we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries.To **achieve** our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins...So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.
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