Continuous Improvement Lead

Michael Page; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead to design and enhance manufacturing systems, aiming to boost productivity and cut waste. You will work with engineering and operations to implement efficient production methods and ensure product quality through process controls.

In this role you will mentor staff on new processes and technologies, monitor key manufacturing metrics, and drive Lean and Six Sigma initiatives with a focus on operational excellence and long-term plant performance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience within manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing and process improvement projects.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and operational excellence methodologies.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Contract manufacturing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and improve manufacturing systems to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Implement process controls that ensure consistent product quality.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to develop efficient production methods.
• Monitor manufacturing metrics and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support engineering change activities and assess operational impacts.
• Train and mentor employees on new processes, systems, and technologies.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Analytical

Problem solving

Contract manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Continuous Improvement Lead

Design and improve manufacturing systems to increase productivity and reduce waste. Implement process controls that ensure consistent product quality. Partner with engineering and operations teams to develop efficient production methods. Monitor manufacturing metrics and identify continuous improvement opportunities. Support engineering change activities and assess operational impacts. Train and mentor employees on new processes, systems, and technologies.

A successful Continuous Improvement Lead should have:

• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience within manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing and process improvement projects.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and operational excellence methodologies.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Contract manufacturing experience is a plus.

Competitive salary range of $70,000 to $75,000 USD annually. Opportunity to make a visible impact on plant performance. Direct exposure to senior leadership and decision makers. Strong culture centered around continuous improvement. Stable organization with global backing and resources. Excellent long-term growth potential.