Continuous Improvement Manager en Stored Energy Systems (SENS)

Who We Are

Stored Energy Systems (SENS) is an award-winning manufacturer of premium quality power conversion products located in Longmont, CO. In business for over 50 years, SENS is the market leader with a proven track record of providing highly reliable battery chargers, DC power systems, and related products to industrial markets. For more information on our company please see our web site at www.sens-usa.com.

Summary 

We are seeking a results-driven Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Lean transformation initiatives across our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for identifying inefficiencies, driving process improvements, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement using Lean Manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Lean initiatives to improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, improve safety, and enhance product quality.
• Lead a team of technicians to implement production line improvements utilizing lean principles and leveraging employee feedback to drive employee empowerment and engagement in continuous improvement culture.
• Conduct value stream mapping, analyzing production data trends, root cause analysis (8D, fishbone, 5 whys, etc.), and Kaizen workshops to identify and implement process improvements.
• Train and mentor employees at all levels on Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, 3P, waste elimination, and standard work.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement throughout the company.
• Facilitate cross functional collaboration by partnering with design engineering, safety, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to align improvement efforts with strategic goals.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and performance metrics to track progress of CI initiatives, including regularly reporting results to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support new product hand-off to Production including production line setup, test equipment configuration, and manufacturing assembly/test operator training.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 7+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in continuous improvement or Lean roles.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Proven success leading Lean initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, project management, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills for articulating technical approaches and progress to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working and communicating with test equipment such as voltmeters, data acquisition systems, o-scopes, load banks and similar instruments to make manual and automated measurements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Lean methodologies (Kaizen, 5S, A3, DMAIC).
• ERP and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Ability to influence and lead change across all levels of the organization.
• Direct experience with electrical equipment or electronics manufacturing.
• More advanced ability in software programming and coding.

Location: This position is located on-site in Longmont, CO.

Base Compensation: $100,000 - $125,000 is the projected compensation range for this role depending on the candidate’s overall qualifications and experience.

Closing Date: November 30^th. While we expect to keep the position open through this date, the posting may be extended or closed early based on applicant volume and hiring needs.

We offer an exciting and competitive total compensation package designed to inspire! This includes generous paid time off, holidays, as well as comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, life insurance, and an outstanding 401k matching program where employees are instantly vested.

At SENS, our culture is rooted in a set of core values that reflect who we are and how we work. In a recent 2025 poll, our employees identified the values that best define us: “Innovative”, “Respectful”, “Inviting”, “Flexible”, “Collaborative”, and “Growth Driven”. Our team describes us as a dynamic, forward-thinking company where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

At SENS, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, fully dedicated to fostering inclusion and diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We hope you're interested in making a difference with us. Even if you don't feel that you meet every requirement listed in this job description, we still encourage you to apply.