JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Continuous Improvement will lead the development and execution of the company-wide CI strategy focused on LEAN principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and operational excellence in a manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for driving process improvements across all departments, with an immediate focus on optimizing workflows and change management related to the Microsoft Dynamics ERP implementation.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategic Leadership • Develop and launch a formal Continuous Improvement department, including structure, staffing, and governance. • Define and implement CI methodologies, standards, and training programs across the organization. • Partner with executive leadership to align CI initiatives with strategic business goals.

ERP Implementation Support • Lead cross-functional process improvement efforts tied to the Microsoft Dynamics ERP rollout. • Identify and eliminate inefficiencies in current workflows impacted by ERP changes. • Collaborate with IT, Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain to ensure ERP processes are lean and scalable.

Operational Excellence • Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis to drive measurable improvements. • Establish and monitor KPIs to track CI progress and ROI. • Promote a culture of continuous improvement through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on leadership.

Change Management • Champion change management strategies to ensure successful adoption of new processes. • Build internal capability by training teams on LEAN tools such as 5S, SMED, TPM, and visual management. • Lead the Kaizen Promotion Office and mentor CI team members.

Performance Metrics • Reduction in waste and non-value-added activities. • ERP process efficiency and user adoption rates. • CI project ROI and cost savings. • Employee engagement in CI initiatives.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; Master’s preferred.

Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations with a focus on LEAN and CI. Experience building CI departments from the ground up. Proven success leading enterprise-wide CI initiatives, including ERP-related process optimization. Ability to influence and engage cross-functional teams. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment. Demonstrated success in driving cultural transformation through CI. Computer Skills: Hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics ERP systems. Communication Skills: Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. Other Skills (Technical, or Other special knowledge and abilities): LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS: 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually high. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

What You’ll Get: Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance as of Day One Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance HSA with Employer Contributions 401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match Employee Wellness and Assistance Programs Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Paid Time Off Up to 13 Paid Company Holidays

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