Sr Manager, Operational Excellence

Sr Manager, Operational Excellence

At Justrite Safety Group, we're more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we're a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence.

As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety isn't just a priority—it's our passion.

The Sr Manager, Operational Excellence will facilitate lean transformation throughout the Justrite organization, including both North American and international locations. In this role, you will serve as a strategic leader and mentor for continuous improvement efforts across the organization. This position will be hands-on with production teams and back-office staff to facilitate CI events, projects, and post-event sustainment activities.

You will help develop and deploy Lean standards and create a culture of continuous improvement and sustainment across the Justrite Safety Group network. You will collaborate with all levels of stakeholders to identify and facilitate key projects to improve customer metrics and financial performance.

You will train production teams in Lean initiatives, including Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Daily Management, Policy Deployment, Continuous Flow Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, SMED, and more.

In this role, you will report directly to the Sr. Director, Operational Excellence, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.

As a member of our Continuous Improvement Team, you'll be at the forefront of driving operational enhancements that set new standards in the safety industry. Justrite, as an innovator and industry leader, is committed to pushing the limits of efficiency and quality, continuously refining processes to meet the changing demands of our customers. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of operational excellence by leading initiatives that deliver measurable improvements. You'll collaborate with top professionals, drive change, and play a crucial role in ensuring Justrite stays at the forefront of safety and protection.

What You'll Do at Justrite:

• Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement
• Operational Oversight & Plant Support
• Lean Training & Culture Building
• Strategic Project Management
• Operations Strategy Development & Execution
• Cost Reduction & Productivity Enhancement

Your Skills and Expertise:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment including training and facilitating and 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of leading Kaizen events and developing improvements plans to achieve business results, effective leadership and mentoring skills.
• Proficiency in Lean and Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques (e.g., DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Strong project management skills to plan, execute, and monitor improvement projects effectively. Experience moving facilities or equipment, opening or closing a plant a plus.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify improvement opportunities and measure results.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to each location to implement and manage CI programs.

Compensation:

The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $125,000 to $150,000. Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.

Benefits:

Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible hours and remote work options, giving you the freedom to manage your time effectively. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.

Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

Why Choose Justrite Safety Group?

As a leading name in the safety industry, Justrite provides a platform where you can collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, learning from experts and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you'll be part of a team that is making a real impact. With a strong focus on career advancement, Justrite empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow their careers in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to product excellence and making a positive impact in our company, and in our community!

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