Continuous Improvement Leader

Synerfac Inc; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Synerfac Inc. seeks a Continuous Improvement Leader based in Latrobe, PA to oversee CI across three local sites. You will drive Lean initiatives on the shop floor, deploy the CIS program, and ensure KPI alignment through daily management and Hoshin Kanri.

The role requires Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, 5+ years in CI/Lean, and experience with Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and mentoring plant teams. Travel around 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operational Management, or related field.
• Master's degree in Lean Manufacturing or Management Engineering (or equivalent).
• Ideal candidate has a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
• 5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement or Lean roles.
• Experience running a Kaizen funnel and/or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience leading Value Stream Map projects.
• Knowledge in Daily Management process.
• Experience facilitating Kaizen Event and other workshops.
• Strong Continuous improvement culture and Lean Methods (5S, SMED, TPM, 3P, Kanban or standard work).
• Experience in the Hoshin Kanri X-Matrix policy deployment process.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the local Continuous Improvement teams.
• Responsible for the Continuous Improvement Savings (CIS) programs for the Production Units.
• Lead Lean Projects such as Value Stream Map Projects and executes Lean Roadmap (Action Plan).
• Responsible for implementing the PU Continuous Improvement Strategies.
• Responsible for the Kaizen Process and Kaizen Funnel of the Production Units.
• To facilitate Kaizen Events using different Lean Tools such as Standard Work, SMED or 6S.
• To train and develop people on facilitating Kaizen Events.
• Responsible of the Daily Management Process as a Continuous Improvement Process.
• To lead Problem Solving activities using different tools like A3, 5Whys, Ishikawa Diagram or Noise to Constant.
• To support the Site Managers in developing the PU strategy.
• To support the Site Managers and Operations teams on defining the production unit TTI's and KPI's.
• Generate and understand data which supports and enhances Operational KPI's.
• Develop educational material and provide training as needed on Lean and continuous improvement.
• Lead and supervise process improvement activities on the manufacturing floor (Go to Gemba!).
• Understand and use Lean concepts and process tools in work functions.
• Link with the Global Operational Excellence team to deploy global initiatives and share best practices.

Skills

cross-functional teamwork

problem solving

communication

data analysis

documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Master's degree in Lean Manufacturing or Management Engineering

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

Power BI

Minitab

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Continuous Improvement Leader – Latrobe, PA

Job Description

Job ID#: 122931

Category: Engineering

Job Type: Permanent

Branch: Pittsburgh

Salary: $ 85000.00 - $ 100000.00

Phone: [phone]

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader based in Latrobe, PA that can oversee 3 locations in the area.

The Continuous Improvement Leader owns the deployment of the Production Units\" Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence strategy, delivering measurable results through the CIS program, Lean projects, and Kaizen events. This role supervises the local CI teams, drives hands‑on improvement at the shop floor, and ensures strategic alignment through Hoshin Kanri, KPIs, and Daily Management. In addition, the Continuous Improvement Leader develops internal Lean capabilities and acts as a change agent aligned with global best practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises the local Continuous Improvement teams


• Responsible of the Continuous Improvement Savings (CIS) programs for the Production Units.


• Lead Lean Projects such as Value Stream Map Projects and executes Lean Roadmap (Action Plan).


• Responsible for implementing the PU Continuous Improvement Strategies.


• Responsible for the Kaizen Process and Kaizen Funnel of the Production Units.


• To facilitate Kaizen Events using different Lean Tools such as Standard Work, SMED or 6S.


• To train and develop people on facilitating Kaizen Events.


• Responsible of the Daily Management Process as a Continuous Improvement Process.


• To lead Problem Solving activities using different tools like A3, 5Whys, Ishikawa Diagram or Noise to Constant.


• To support the Site Managers in developing the PU strategy.


• To support the Site Managers and Operations teams on defining the production unit TTI\"s and KPI\"s.


• Generate and understand data which supports and enhances Operational KPI\"s.


• Develop educational material and provide training as needed on Lean and continuous improvement.


• Lead and supervise process improvement activities on the manufacturing floor (Go to Gemba!).


• Understand and use Lean concepts and process tools in work functions.


• Link with the Global Operational Excellence team to deploy global initiatives and share best practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor\"s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operational Management, or related field.


• A master\"s degree in Lean Manufacturing or Management Engineering (or equivalent experience).


• Ideal candidate has a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.


• More than 5 years of experience in Continuous Improvement or Lean roles.


• Experience running a Kaizen funnel and/or continuous improvement initiatives.


• Experience leading Value Stream Map projects.


• Knowledge in Daily Management process.


• Experience facilitating Kaizen Event and other workshops.


• Strong Continuous improvement culture and Lean Methods (5S, SMED, TPM, 3P, Kanban or standard work).


• Experience in the Hoshin Kanri X-Matrix policy deployment process.

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• Proven ability to work effectively in a cross functional team environment.


• Good oral and written communication skills with solid documentation skills.


• Proven ability to handle multiple projects keeping accurate documentation and records.


• Strong problem-Solving Skills (5Whys, Ishikawa diagram, Noise to Constant…).


• Proficiency in PC skills; Power Bi, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc.), Minitab…


• Not afraid to get their hands dirty - 'hands on'.


• Working knowledge of GD&T standards and experience in a finished component manufacturing environment preferred


• Travel - 10% of the time