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Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Placon CorporationMadison, WI, USA
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Position Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager to lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance, increase efficiency, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. This role will identify opportunities, implement best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process Optimization

Lead Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other CI initiatives to streamline workflows and eliminate inefficiencies.

  • Analyze performance data to identify improvement opportunities across operations, supply chain, production, and administrative processes.
  • Strategy & Execution

    • Develop and manage the organization's continuous improvement roadmap.

  • Partner with leadership to align CI initiatives with business goals.
  • Establish measurable KPIs and track performance improvements.
  • Leadership & Collaboration

    • Mentor and coach employees in CI tools, methodologies, and problem-solving techniques.

  • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build organizational capability.
  • Change Management

    • Drive adoption of new processes and systems, ensuring smooth transitions.

  • Engage stakeholders at all levels to overcome resistance and sustain improvements.

    • Qualifications

  • Education : Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
  • Experience : 5+ years of experience in continuous improvement, process optimization, or operational excellence, preferably in a manufacturing or supply chain environment.
  • Certifications : Lean Six Sigma Green / Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
  • Skills :

    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
  • Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements.
  • Ability to influence and engage across all organizational levels.

    • Key Competencies

  • Strategic thinking with hands-on execution skills.
  • Data-driven decision making.
  • Change leadership and stakeholder engagement.
  • Continuous learning and adaptability.

    • Performance Metrics

  • Achievement of process efficiency targets.
  • Cost reduction and waste elimination outcomes.
  • Improvement in customer satisfaction and quality performance.
  • Employee engagement and adoption of CI practices.

    • Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

    Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

    Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

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