- Senior
- Optionales Büro in Austin
Job Description
Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented Continuous Improvement Leader to drive the deployment of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role is central to fostering a culture of operational excellence, supporting cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable improvements in cost, quality, and efficiency.
The Continuous Improvement Leader will be responsible for the development and execution of a common strategy for continuous improvement, while also enabling long-term cultural transformation across the organization. This position plays a key leadership role in training, mentoring, and guiding teams through structured improvement efforts.
Position is 1st shift-9/80 with every other Friday off.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Deployment
Develop and implement the annual Continuous Improvement Plan in alignment with business objectives and the Hoshin Planning process.
Partner with manufacturing and functional leaders to assess improvement opportunities and define actionable strategies.
Promote a consistent and structured approach to continuous improvement across all supported areas.
Lean Six Sigma Implementation
Lead training efforts for teams at all levels in Lean Enterprise principles, focusing on practical application in manufacturing environments.
Drive a "train the trainer" model to build internal capability and promote sustainable Lean practices.
Manage a robust pipeline of improvement initiatives, ensuring prioritization and alignment with business goals.
Operational Excellence & Performance Management
Facilitate Kaizen events and guide teams through structured problem-solving to achieve sustainable results.
Deliver measurable cost savings and productivity improvements through initiatives such as cycle time reduction, setup time minimization, and process standardization.
Implement Lean Daily Management tools and performance metrics to improve visibility, accountability, and real-time decision-making.
Change Management & Communication
Lead change management activities to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and tools.
Communicate progress and impact of initiatives across all levels of the organization, fostering transparency and engagement.
Financial Analysis & Tracking
Collaborate with Finance to quantify the impact of Lean and Six Sigma projects.
Track and report on performance metrics consistent with Lean Thinking and continuous improvement principles.
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This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position
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Required Skills and Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of direct experience leading Lean initiatives in a manufacturing or operations environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in Lean/Toyota Production System (TPS) tools and methods, including:
- Value Stream Mapping
- Standard Work
- Stand-Up Meetings
- Metric Board Deployment
- Proven track record of delivering quantifiable cost savings and performance improvements.
- Strong facilitation, coaching, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels.
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Preferred Skills and Education
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification (preferred).
- Lean Daily Management
- 5S and Visual Management
- Kaizen Event Leadership
- Experience working across multiple sites or within a complex manufacturing organization.
- Background in high-reliability manufacturing environments.
