Continuous Improvement Leader

We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Leader to help drive operational excellence across our manufacturing facilities. In this role, you will partner with plant leadership teams to identify opportunities, solve operational challenges, and improve performance in areas such as safety, quality, productivity, cost, and delivery. While you will not have direct reports, you will lead cross-functional teams and influence change across the organization.Drive Performance ImprovementMonitor and analyze key operational and financial performance metrics.Identify performance gaps and lead corrective action plans.Partner with plant leadership to improve productivity, efficiency, and overall performance.Ensure KPI reporting is accurate and consistent across facilities.Lead Continuous Improvement InitiativesFacilitate Lean and Continuous Improvement projects across multiple sites.Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Kaizen events, and problem-solving activities.Reduce waste, improve processes, and lower operating costs.Develop and implement best practices across locations.Collaborate Across FunctionsWork closely with operations, engineering, quality, safety, supply chain, finance, and HR teams.Coordinate subject matter experts to support improvement projects.Build strong relationships with plant managers and leadership teams.Drive results without direct management authority.Areas of FocusProductivity and throughput improvementsScrap and material waste reductionEquipment uptime and reliabilityCost reduction initiativesInventory and supply chain performanceQuality improvement and defect reductionWorkforce effectiveness and trainingCustomer delivery performance (OTIF)RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related technical field.5+ years of Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Manufacturing Engineering, or related experience.Experience leading process improvement initiatives and delivering measurable results.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.Preferred QualificationsLean Six Sigma Black Belt or advanced Green Belt certification.Experience in heavy manufacturing, metal fabrication, welding, steel processing, or industrial packaging.Experience using ERP systems, Minitab, Power BI, or similar tools.TravelApproximately 40% travel to manufacturing facilities within the region.Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-10