Continuous Improvement Program Manager

Description

• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to identify waste, bottlenecks, and efficiency opportunities.
• Train and mentor employees at all levels in Lean principles, problem-solving tools, and process optimization techniques.
• Serve as the internal champion for Lean culture and continuous improvement adoption.
• Define and track KPIs — including OEE, cycle time, first-pass yield, on-time delivery, and cost-per-unit — to measure CI impact.
• Build and manage a Continuous Improvement project portfolio, prioritizing initiatives that align with strategic business goals.
• Lead the design, execution, and sustainment of GTI’s Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy and roadmap.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate CI practices into new facility launches, product introductions, and automation projects.
• Support cost reduction, layout optimization, and production flow improvements across all sites.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action initiatives (8D, 5 Why, Fishbone) to eliminate systemic inefficiencies.
• Lead training and certification programs to build internal CI capability (Green Belt / Lean Practitioner-level development).
• Build a sustainable CI framework that empowers teams to identify and implement improvements independently.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping sessions, and process improvement workshops across departments.
• Communicate progress and results to senior leadership, using data-driven storytelling and ROI justification.
• Establish visual management systems, standard work, and performance dashboards to monitor progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data visualization and root cause problem-solving tools.
• Experience implementing digital manufacturing or automation as part of CI strategy.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification.
• Experience in industrial fabrication, modular manufacturing, or energy systems environments.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional process improvement projects with measurable business impact.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, process engineering, or continuous improvement roles.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and other quality management frameworks.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and coaching skills; able to influence at all organizational levels.
• Background in OEE tracking, capacity modeling, and factory layout optimization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, and ERP systems (NetSuite experience a plus).
• Proven experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies in a production environment.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance