Continuous Improvement Manager

Stored Energy Systems•Longmont, CO

1d•$100,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
7+ years in manufacturing with 3+ years in continuous improvement or Lean roles.
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.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
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.

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.