Continuous Improvement Manager
4 weeks ago
Title: - Continuous Improvement Manager
Location: - Crystal Lake, IL
Work schedule- 5 Days Onsite
Job Description
As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you will be a key driver in shaping and executing the organization's continuous improvement strategy. Drawing on your extensive experience, you will lead transformative projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste. This senior-level role requires a proven track record in successfully implementing process improvements, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence change at all organizational levels.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Process Improvement:
- Identify and prioritize strategic opportunities for improvement in existing processes, focusing on substantial impact areas.
- Develop and execute comprehensive plans to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate overall operational performance
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Provide visionary leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Effectively coordinate meetings, delegate tasks, and communicate progress to the manager's team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Advanced Data Analysis:
- Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to uncover intricate trends and patterns, providing nuanced insights for continuous improvement.
- Create sophisticated reports that convey findings and actionable recommendations to the team.
- Cultural Transformation and Innovation:
- Lead by example to instill a culture of continuous improvement, promoting the use of data-driven decision-making and encouraging innovation.
- Introduce and champion innovative concepts and approaches to further optimize operational processes.
Training and Workshops:
- Conduct impactful workshops to engage personnel at all levels in problem-solving and idea generation.
- Provide comprehensive training sessions to ensure all employees are well-informed about process changes.
Project Portfolio Management:
- Oversee and manage a portfolio of improvement projects, ensuring they align with the organization's strategic objectives.
- Maintain a comprehensive tracker of all improvement projects and their status, tracking their impact on key performance indicators.
ISO9001:2015 Internal Auditor:
- Play a lead role as an internal auditor for ISO9001:2015, ensuring compliance and contributing to continuous improvement in quality management systems.
Experience & Education:
- In-depth understanding and application of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles. Lean Manufacturing
- Proven and extensive track record of successfully implementing transformative projects, demonstrating tangible results.
- Significant senior-level experience in a manufacturing environment (10+ years).
- Demonstrated ability to define and measure complex problems, coupled with a strategic mindset.
- In-depth understanding of costing and its nuanced impact on production changes.
- Full understanding of Microsoft Office Suite9 Excel, Outlook
- Expert in DMAIC Methodology; line balancing or work leveling.
- Advanced Knowledge Problem Solving (8Ds, 5 -Why, Fishbone); FMEA Failure modes and effects analysis; poka-yoke
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position would have 1 direct report currently with more in the future.
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