Process Improvement Manager

3 weeks ago


Carpentersville, Illinois, United States OTTO Engineering Full time
Process Improvement Manager

OTTO – crafted, engineered, and rigorously tested in the USA.

About the Opportunity at OTTO:
We are in search of a motivated, enthusiastic, and seasoned Process Improvement Manager to become a vital part of our organization. This essential role is designed to support our thriving company as it continues to evolve and expand.

This position will be responsible for empowering our entire workforce to acquire valuable new skills and methodologies that promote process enhancement and operational excellence.

If you are passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement, you will have a significant impact on shaping our organization's future and ongoing success.


Key Responsibilities of the Process Improvement Manager:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for Continuous Improvement that aligns with the company's objectives.
  • Identify, prioritize, and spearhead Continuous Improvement initiatives that will boost operational efficiency, quality, and productivity.
  • Act as a mentor and leader for cross-functional teams throughout OTTO.
  • Contribute significantly to cultivating and promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all levels of the organization.
  • Educate teams on continuous improvement concepts and lean methodologies, guiding them in utilizing Continuous Improvement tools to analyze processes, eliminate waste, and implement effective solutions; create necessary training materials as needed.
  • Assist teams in functioning efficiently and effectively in pursuit of their objectives.
  • Collaborate with senior management to establish goals and objectives for continuous improvement teams.
  • Monitor and report on progress; develop and track metrics to assess the effectiveness of initiatives and regularly communicate progress and results to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Skills Required:
  • Strong knowledge of continuous improvement and lean methodologies.
  • Proven experience in leading continuous improvement or lean manufacturing teams.
  • Bachelor's Degree - Engineering Degree is highly preferred.
  • Over 10 years of prior experience in production, particularly with electro-mechanical products, is strongly preferred.
  • Natural leadership abilities with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, and Project or equivalents.
  • Goal-oriented approach to continuous improvement.
  • Comfortable and effective in engaging with all levels of management.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to independently achieve objectives.

OTTO's Benefits Include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Life Insurance Benefits
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Profit Sharing Bonus
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Company Events and Celebrations throughout the year


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