Senior Continuous Improvement Manager

We are seeking a high-energy Continuous Improvement leader to support multiple manufacturing sites and drive operational excellence across a regional network. This role is responsible for helping manufacturing teams translate continuous improvement tools and methodologies into measurable business results. As a multi-site leader, you will provide coaching and indirect leadership to onsite CI professionals, production leaders, and frontline teams. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented change agent who excels at driving implementation, sustaining improvements, and creating accountability throughout the organization. NOTE: This position will require up to 50% travel Job Requirements Key Responsibilities Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to site-level continuous improvement teams across multiple manufacturing facilities. Support the adoption and execution of continuous improvement systems and methodologies, ensuring they drive measurable operational outcomes. Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, problem-solving initiatives, and other high-impact improvement activities. Translate business objectives into actionable improvement plans that can be effectively executed at the site level. Identify, prioritize, and deliver initiatives that improve operational performance, productivity, quality, and financial results. Track, analyze, and communicate improvement metrics and business impact through established performance measures. Facilitate cross-functional alignment among Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance teams. Spend significant time on the manufacturing floor coaching teams, observing processes, and supporting continuous improvement activities. Lead governance and steering committee meetings to remove barriers and ensure successful execution of improvement initiatives. Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related technical field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. 10+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, with demonstrated success driving operational results. Prior experience in production leadership, operations management, or manufacturing supervision. Strong understanding of manufacturing environments and production challenges. Expert knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and tools, including: Value Stream Mapping (VSM) SMED Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Material Flow Optimization Demonstrated ability to influence and lead teams within a matrixed organization. Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively from the shop floor to executive leadership. Proven track record of leading projects through implementation and sustaining long-term improvements. Preferred Qualifications Lean Transformation leadership experience. Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP. Multi-site manufacturing experience. Experience coaching and developing continuous improvement practitioners and frontline leaders. #J-18808-Ljbffr