Creation

Creation

Continuous Improvement Manager

Albuquerque, US

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 8 days ago
Data AnalysisStatisticsAccessibilityProcess ImprovementERPRecruitingLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingLean Manufacturing

About the role

  • We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.
  • The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage the site's CI roadmap aligned with business objectives and regional/global CI strategy to ensure priorities drive meaningful operational improvement.
  • Lead cross-functional CI initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and other methodologies to improve productivity, quality, delivery, and safety performance.
  • Coach and mentor site leaders, CI practitioners, and frontline employees to build CI capability and strengthen problem-solving culture.
  • Analyze Lean Maturity Assessment (LMA) results, identify gaps, and implement targeted improvement actions to advance site maturity and standardization.
  • Capability to manage multiple projects, balance priorities, and drive accountability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
  • 8+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations.
  • Minimum 3 years in CI leadership roles.
  • Proven experience deploying Lean/Six Sigma with measurable business impact.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing large-scale change initiatives.

Nice to have

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification strongly preferred
  • Advanced degree (MBA, MS) is a plus.

Skills

  • Mastery of Lean Six Sigma methodologies, statistical analysis, and structured problem-solving.
  • Ability to translate business strategy into actionable CI plans and roadmaps.
  • Proficiency with data analytics, performance metrics, and CI digital tools.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
  • Understanding of ERP systems and integration points relevant to operational performance
  • It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

Compensation

  • Partner with the Site GM and leadership team to integrate CI into annual business planning and daily management systems to support long-term operational excellence.

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