Facility Transformation CI Manager

Watts Manufacturing Team Leader

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

Scope of Position

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Manufacturing team, will be responsible for leading initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and productivity across the organization. This role focuses on identifying process inefficiencies, implementing Lean and other improvement methodologies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

This position is responsible for supervision of the Continuous Improvement team.

This position reports to Director of Operations. This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize key process improvements that align with the organization's strategic objectives and support its continuous improvement initiatives.

Champion the implementation of Lean principles and practices, including Lean Daily Management, to drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Understand the capabilities and strengths of individual team members and assign them projects that align with their skill sets to ensure optimal performance and development.

Develop the talents and skills of team members through coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities to improve their capabilities and enhance their contribution to the team and organization.

Develop and implement process improvement strategies that reduce waste, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

Develop systems that promote standardization, scalability, and sustainability for business processes.

Collaborate with department leaders to align improvement initiatives with business goals.

Monitor and report on the effectiveness of improvement initiatives using KPIs and dashboards.

Facilitate cross-functional VSM's to identify process improvement opportunities, leverage team members' expertise, and foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across the organization to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by [insert title of manager's position] or Company management.

Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Required Qualifications

A bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or operations related field.

Five (5) years managing lean manufacturing programs utilizing continuous improvement and kaizen techniques.

Lean experience from a company with a formal lean business system

Solid lean tool technical skills, project management experience capability

Working knowledge of multiple departments, including operations, quality, logistics, finance, sales, customer service, engineering, IT and human resources

Proven track record leading and coaching week-long kaizen teams with an emphasis on execution.

Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.

Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks, including [insert checks], and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Six Sigma certification

Lean Champion certification

Master's degree in business, engineering, or operations related field

General Applicable Company Competencies

Commitment to Watts' values of integrity, accountability, continuous improvement and innovation, and transparency.

Punctuality and dependability.

Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work priorities and stressful conditions.

Adherence to all personnel policies, procedures, and standards of process as implemented by Watts.

Maintain productive and collaborative relationships with other Watts employees.

Adherence to Watts' seven cultural beliefs : Growth Mindset, Customer-Focused Innovation, Constant Communication, Clear Goals, Collaborate Globally, Be Inclusive, and Take Action.

Working Conditions

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in a manufacturing environment. You will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Menomonee Falls, WI location (Monday Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements

Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to :

Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods.

Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.

Ability to physically move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other office-related materials.

Ability to read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks.

Ability to communicate clearly with management and coworkers, particularly in meetings or phone calls.

Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.

Ability to occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Ability to stand for long periods of time.

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Ability to push and pull up to 25 pounds.

Ability to physically move around manufacturing floor.

Ability to read documents and communicate clearly with management and coworkers.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment, which may include, but is not limited to, safety shoes, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours / conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

Watts in it for you

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

Family building benefits, including paid maternity / paternity leave

10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement

Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

How we work

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.