Director of Continuous Improvement

Description

• Multi-Site Influence: Lead and support Lean deployment across multiple plant locations; establish standardized CI systems while tailoring strategies to each site's unique needs.
• Root Cause Problem Solving: Diagnose business challenges and apply the correct Lean countermeasures to drive impactful improvements.
• Transformation Leadership: Drive site-level transformation using Lean principles, focusing on cultural and operational change that improves productivity, quality, and delivery performance.
• KPI Impact: Monitor and report on the success of initiatives tied to operational KPIs such as OTIF, OEE, Scrap, Labor Productivity, and Cost Savings.
• Lean Execution: Implement and sustain Lean tools such as 5S, VSM, Kaizen, TPM, Standard Work, and Flow Cells.
• Capability Building: Mentor CI leaders, frontline supervisors, and site teams to ensure a strong, sustainable Lean culture.
• Strategy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri): Collaborate with executive and site leadership to develop, deploy, and manage strategic priorities, ensuring all teams are aligned toward measurable business goals.
• Floor Leadership: Spend 60–70% of time on the shop floor actively coaching, observing, and guiding transformation activities in real time.
• Daily Management Systems: Lead the design and execution of Tiered Daily Management Systems (MDI) to create alignment, accountability, and performance visibility across all plant levels.
• Influence Without Authority: Influence plant leadership teams and frontline managers through coaching, credibility, and clear business value—regardless of reporting structure.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Demonstrated experience leading CI at a multi-site level, including full ownership of site-level results.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Lean Transformation across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Proven ability to implement and sustain Tiered Daily Management and Visual Management systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification preferred.
• Outstanding communication and coaching skills across all levels of the organization.
• Skilled in leading Kaizen events and using Lean tools to deliver measurable business value.
• Deep expertise in Strategy Deployment / Hoshin Kanri methodology and execution.
• Must be willing and able to travel 60–70%.

Benefits

• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance