Continuous Improvement Leader

My client is looking for a Continuous Improvement Leader to champion Lean Manufacturing initiatives, develop high-performing teams, and drive measurable improvements across multiple manufacturing facilities. This is a high-growth potential role with a company that is investing heavily into this site! My client is a global manufacturer of high-quality metal components, serving a variety of industries including Automotive & Aerospace. They have recently made an enormous investment into their IL site, and have moved into a state of the art facility near O'Hare. Description Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity Facilitate Kaizen events, process improvement workshops, and value stream mapping activities Analyze operational performance metrics to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement Develop and implement operational excellence strategies that deliver measurable business results Coach leaders and employees on Lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and change management practices Standardize best practices and operating procedures across multiple facilities Partner with engineering, operations, supply chain, and maintenance teams to improve efficiency and process performance Establish KPI dashboards and performance management systems to drive accountability Lead cross-functional projects from identification through implementation and sustainment Promote a culture centered on employee engagement, operational excellence, and continuous improvement Present project updates, performance metrics, and business results to senior leadership Profile Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, continuous improvement, or operational excellence Proven success leading Lean transformations and driving measurable operational improvements Strong experience facilitating Kaizen events and process improvement initiatives Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments Ability to analyze data, identify opportunities, and develop actionable improvement plans Strong communication, leadership, and influencing skills Experience implementing KPI scorecards, performance management systems, and standardized operating processes Willingness to travel to support multiple manufacturing locations Job Offer Base salary $120,000 - $180,000 depending on experience Annual bonus based on EBITDA Unlimited PTO + company holidays Comprehensive benefits package through BCBS Tuition assistance program MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr Michael Page