Continuous Improvement Manager

Stanley Black & Decker•Willard, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Continuous Improvement Manager - Onsite Willard, OH, United States Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job: As a Continuous Improvement Manager , you’ll be part of our Industrial team working as on-site employee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (required).
5+ years of supervisory experience in operations improvement or process optimization.
Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, ISO standards, and policy/procedure development.
Proven track record of successful project development, management, and implementation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause decision-making skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel and Power BI
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
High level of initiative, adaptability, and commitment to driving organizational change
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred; Green Belt acceptable.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy Champion the continuous improvement vision and align site strategy with corporate lean objectives.
Lead, mentor, and develop the Continuous Improvement (CI) team, providing clear direction and fostering a high-performance culture.
Inspire and motivate personnel at all levels to embrace continuous improvement principles.
Process Improvement Analyze current processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop actionable strategies for improvement.
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate rapid improvement events (e.g., Kaizen, RIE, OEE, SMED, Line Balancing, 5S).
Collaborate with all departments to establish and maintain standards that support corporate goals.
Training & Development Design and deliver training programs on lean manufacturing tools and principles for all staff, including management.
Identify and address ongoing training and educational needs within the department.
Onboard and train new personnel in CI methodologies and best practices.
Project Management & Execution Oversee the selection, qualification, and development of CI personnel.
Track and report on the progress of improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and realization of benefits.
Maintain all documentation related to CI initiatives and departmental activities.
Performance Management Conduct timely, unbiased performance evaluations for CI team members.
Manage time and attendance approvals using relevant HR software (e.g., UKG, Workday).
Collaboration & Communication Facilitate weekly site productivity meetings and monthly corporate productivity reviews to ensure alignment with targets.
Maintain active involvement with SBD performance excellence programs (e.g., SPX).
Encourage open communication, empowering staff to identify concerns and suggest improvement opportunities.
Compliance & Safety Ensure all personnel understand and adhere to safe and proper use of equipment.
Support compliance with ISO standards and internal policies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.
You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.
And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.
Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
Learning & Development: Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).
Diverse & Inclusive Culture: We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done. You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.
Purpose-Driven Company: You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.