Continuous Improvement Lead

The Continuous Improvement Lead will oversee operations within the metal manufacturing process, focusing on optimizing production efficiency and ensuring high-quality output. This role will play a key part in managing resources and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet business goals. The Continuous Improvement Lead will oversee operations within the metal manufacturing process, focusing on optimizing production efficiency and ensuring high-quality output. This role will play a key part in managing resources and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet business goals. Client Details Our client is a growing manufacturer known for investing in technology, process improvements, and employee development. Their leadership team empowers managers to make decisions, drive change, and create measurable impact across the operation. Description Lead and manage the metal manufacturing value stream to meet production and quality objectives. Monitor key performance indicators to ensure efficiency and identify areas for improvement. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize workflows and resource allocation. Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve productivity. Oversee team performance and provide coaching to ensure continuous development. Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery timelines. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards throughout the production process. Analyze production data to identify trends and recommend actionable solutions. 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. Profile A successful Continuous Improvement Lead should have: 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience within a production environment Experience leading supervisors and frontline manufacturing teams Proven success driving continuous improvement and operational performance initiatives Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field preferred Experience in aerospace or other regulated manufacturing environments is highly preferred Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 annually. Opportunity to own and lead an entire manufacturing value stream Highly visible leadership role with direct influence on operational results Strong career progression path toward senior operations leadership Ability to drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across the operation Desired Skills and Experience Lead all activities within an assigned value stream to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets Manage staffing, resource allocation, production priorities, and capacity planning to meet customer demand Develop, coach, and mentor supervisors while building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and operational excellence programs throughout the value stream Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to improve operational performance Maintain accountability for key business metrics including safety, quality, productivity, inventory, delivery, cost, and employee engagement 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