Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Overview Reporting to the Plant Director, we are seeking a Lean Transformation Manager for our Taunton, MA location. This role will drive continuous improvement initiatives by developing and implementing Kaizen methodologies and the Prysmian Performance System (PPS). Compensation range: $100K up to $125K. Responsibilities Own the transformation agenda and directly influence site strategy. Build and drive a site-wide Lean roadmap aligned to business strategy (Hoshin Kanri). Partner directly with the Site Director to prioritize the highest-impact opportunities. Drive measurable gains across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth. Identify and prioritize high-volume, high-revenue value streams where results matter most. Facilitate high-impact Kaizen events focused on flow, constraint removal, and cost transformation. Ensure every initiative delivers hard, tracked results—not theoretical improvements. Act as a change agent, challenging leadership teams when necessary and bringing them along. Embed Lean thinking into daily decisions, not just projects, and ensure sustainability through standard work, daily management, and accountability systems. Develop operators, supervisors, and leaders into capable problem solvers and coach the organization on how to think, not just what to do. Create a pipeline of future Lean leaders across the site. Qualifications Lean Black Belt or Certified Continuous Improvement leader in manufacturing. Proven track record of driving measurable improvements (cost, throughput, lead time, etc.). Deep expertise in Value Stream Transformation, Flow & Pull Systems, Hoshin Kanri, SMED, TPM, Standard Work, Daily Management & Visual Systems. Strong ability to influence leaders who don’t report to you. Proven success in changing behavior, not just processes. Strong focus on impact over activity. Advanced problem‑solving and analytics skills: SPC, regression, hypothesis testing. Change leadership credentials (PROSCI, Agile, etc.) Preferred Qualifications Lean Master on TPS or Danaher Business System Certification. Project management experience with a proven track record of meeting timelines. Agile certification such as SCALE. PROSCI certification. Strong analytical background – SPC, Hypothesis Testing, Regression, Correlation Analysis. Advanced problem‑solving techniques: 5‑Whys, 8‑D, Shainin, etc. Required Competencies, Education, and Experience Bachelor’s degree in engineering (industrial engineering strongly preferred). 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership in Kaizen and Continuous Improvement. Proficient in Gemba Kaizen, Value Stream Analysis, Visual & Daily Management, Hoshin Kanri, SMED, TPM, Standard Work Development, and 3P Layout. Strong ability to facilitate Kaizen Events on these methods and tools. Proficiency in leading cost reduction and process flow improvement initiatives. Knowledge of Kaizen tools such as 3P, TAKT Time, Standard Work Combination Sheets, Standard WIP, and Kaizen Newspaper. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to provide leadership and strategic direction as part of the site leadership team. Equal Opportunity Employment Prysmian , as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. #J-18808-Ljbffr