Continuous Improvement Leader

GHSP; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GHSP in Hart, MI is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to design and implement lean manufacturing systems that reduce waste and boost production efficiency. You will report to the Plant Manager and mentor teams across the plant.

You will develop 5S and employee suggestion processes, educate staff on lean concepts, and participate in benchmarking with customers and suppliers. A background in lean manufacturing and automotive experience is required.

Qualifications

• Lean manufacturing education or certification.
• 7–10+ years of lean manufacturing experience, preferably in automotive.
• The ability to build trust, communicate courageously, and maintain a customer focus.
• A commitment to developing yourself and others through engagement and recognition.
• Strong execution and accountability, innovative thinking, and strategic vision.
• The ability to manage change and conflict.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean manufacturing systems and standards.
• Lead waste elimination efforts and improve production efficiencies.
• Develop and maintain the employee suggestion system and 5S program.
• Educate employees in lean concepts and techniques.
• Participate in customer and supplier benchmarking programs.

Education

Lean manufacturing education or certification

Job description

Regular Full-Time Hart, MI, US

GHSP | Hart, MI

GHSP is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to help achieve plant objectives through the design and implementation of lean manufacturing systems. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will support the Director of Operations by leading improvement efforts, reducing waste, improving production efficiency, and educating employees in lean concepts and techniques.

What You’ll Do

Develop and implement lean manufacturing systems and standards.

Lead waste elimination efforts and improve production efficiencies.

Develop and maintain the employee suggestion system and 5S program.

Educate employees in lean concepts and techniques.

Participate in customer and supplier benchmarking programs.

What You’ll Bring

Lean manufacturing education or certification.

7–10+ years of lean manufacturing experience, preferably in automotive.

The ability to build trust, communicate courageously, and maintain a customer focus.

A commitment to developing yourself and others through engagement and recognition.

Strong execution and accountability, innovative thinking, and strategic vision.

The ability to manage change and conflict.

Our Values

At GHSP, our values guide how we work with one another and our stakeholders:

Earn Trust Daily: Earn trust through consistent performance, transparency, and operational execution.

Embolden Innovation: Learn by doing, push boundaries, and create solutions that move our business forward.

Champion the Customer: Align our daily work and business practices to win together with our customers.

Deliver as One Team: Work across departments, time zones, and oceans to succeed together.

Drive Results Efficiently: Combine financial and disciplined accountability to remain agile, nimble, and profitable.

Build a Sustainable Legacy: Make choices that help the global GHSP community thrive for decades to come.