Continuous Improvement Manager

About the Role

Aston Carter is partnering with a large, well-established manufacturing client to identify a Continuous Improvement Lean Manager to drive plant-wide performance initiatives. This individual will focus on eliminating waste, optimizing workflows, and advancing operational excellence across the site.

Working closely with the Warehouse Manager and cross-functional teams, this role will lead high-impact Lean projects from concept through execution. This is a hands-on role for a change agent who can influence teams, manage multiple initiatives, and deliver measurable results-without direct reports.

Key ResponsibilitiesDrive Strategic Continuous Improvement

• Partner with Plant Leadership to align site initiatives with Global Supply Chain and Corporate CI objectives

• Lead high-impact Lean and Six Sigma projects delivering scalable cost savings and operational gains

• Develop and implement solutions to address complex operational and efficiency challenges

Deliver Data-Driven Operational Excellence

• Analyze plant performance metrics and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities

• Lead process optimization efforts including time studies, workflow redesign, and SOP development

• Recommend capital improvements to enhance visibility, efficiency, and performance

Build a Culture of Continuous Improvement

• Act as a change leader to elevate CI maturity across the organization

• Lead Kaizen events, 5S, Kanban, and root cause analysis initiatives

• Coach teams on CI tools, methodologies, and best practices

Enable Sustainable Adoption & Standardization

• Develop communication and rollout strategies to sustain improvements

• Standardize best practices and replicate successful solutions across sites

• Drive adoption of effective standard work

QualificationsEducation

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field

Experience

• 5+ years leading Lean transformation initiatives

• 3+ years applying continuous improvement and operational excellence methodologies

Technical Expertise

• Experience with Lean tools including:

• Root Cause Analysis

• 5S

• Value Stream Mapping

• Kaizen

• Kanban

• Gemba Walks

• TPM

Skills

• Strong project management, analytical, and organizational abilities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Crown Point, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $115000.00/yr.

Competitive Pay & Benefits: Enjoy a robust Total Rewards Program that includes health, financial benefits, and more. Generous Time Off: Take advantage of our generous vacation, sick days, holidays, plus a volunteer day to give back to the community. Retirement & Growth: 401(k) match, profit sharing, and abundant growth and development opportunities to help you advance your career. Parental Leave: Because we care about your family and your future.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Crown Point,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 29, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

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