CI Leader: Lean Six Sigma & Operational Excellence

Creation Technologies LP.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Creation Technologies LP. in Albuquerque is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead and sustain CI initiatives that enhance site performance and engage employees at all levels.

The role focuses on developing a roadmap, applying Lean/Six Sigma and TPM methods, and coaching teams to build problem-solving culture. The position requires 8+ years in manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in CI leadership, plus strong data analytics and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the site’s CI roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Lead cross-functional CI initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, TPM to improve productivity, quality, delivery, and safety.
• Coach and mentor site leaders, CI practitioners, and frontline employees to build CI capability and problem-solving culture.
• Analyze Lean Maturity Assessment results, identify gaps, and implement targeted improvement actions to advance site maturity and standardization.
• Oversee CI project pipeline, resource allocation, and progress tracking to ensure timely execution and sustained outcomes.
• 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.
• Communicate CI progress and results to site, regional, and global stakeholders to share insights, promote alignment, and highlight impacts.
• Collaborate with regional/global CI networks to share best practices and adopt standardized tools to ensure consistent deployment across locations.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Facilitation

Data analytics

Communication skills

Project management

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification

MBA or MS (advanced degree)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Creation Technologies LP. in Albuquerque is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead and sustain CI initiatives that enhance site performance and engage employees at all levels.

The role focuses on developing a roadmap, applying Lean/Six Sigma and TPM methods, and coaching teams to build problem-solving culture. The position requires 8+ years in manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in CI leadership, plus strong data analytics and stakeholder communication.