Continuous Improvement Specialist

Continuous Improvement Specialist CPG Industry Monday-Friday Columbus, Ohio (onsite) Direct Hire What We Offer: 401K Full Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision Growth oriented What You’ll Do: Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, waste reduction, and cost optimization Identify and implement process improvements to increase manufacturing efficiency and streamline workflows Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement best practices Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for operational challenges Analyze production data, KPIs, labor performance, downtime, and scrap to identify improvement opportunities Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, procedures, and operational best practices Partner with Operations to improve throughput, labor utilization, process consistency, and overall plant performance Support facility layout improvements, workflow optimization, capacity planning, and material flow initiatives Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Shipping, and Supply Chain teams to improve overall operational performance Assist with new equipment implementation, process startups, and operational scaling projects. Support employee training on process improvements, Lean tools, and standard operating procedures Drive change management efforts and promote a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and continuous improvement Develop, monitor, and report on operational KPIs, project performance, cost savings, and process improvement results Present project updates and improvement recommendations to leadership What We’re Looking For: Bachelor's degree in Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred 3–7 years of experience in manufacturing operations, process improvement, or continuous improvement Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, waste reduction, and process optimization Experience analyzing manufacturing data to identify and implement operational improvements Excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, and project management skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives Experience in nonwovens, textiles, paper converting, packaging, or other continuous-flow manufacturing environments preferred Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen certification and/or practical experience Experience supporting high-growth manufacturing operations Hands-on experience partnering directly with production teams and plant operations About Dawson Dawson is a trusted staffing partner in Central Ohio. We help job seekers grow their careers with fast feedback, personalized support, and access to multiple employers through one application. #J-18808-Ljbffr