Continuous Improvement Leader

M.C. Dean, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 135,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision, life, and DIS

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k Retirement Plan

Military Reserve pay offset

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

The Continuous Improvement Leader at M.C. Dean’s Modular Mission Critical campus near Richmond, VA will drive lean transformations across manufacturing and related services.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives, apply value stream mapping, and foster a culture of efficiency and innovation to improve operational performance. You will mentor teams, develop KPI frameworks, deliver training on lean tools, and collaborate with stakeholders to sustain gains while advancing continuous learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience leading lean transformations in manufacturing, supply chain, or service industries.
• Strong Lean knowledge including value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, and waste reduction techniques.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Lean transformation projects with planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and develop Lean strategies.
• Analyze processes to identify inefficiencies and implement Lean methodologies to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Act as change agent to foster continuous improvement across the organization.
• Develop and deliver training programs on Lean principles and tools to build capability.
• Establish KPIs to measure Lean initiative effectiveness and monitor progress.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Value stream mapping

Kaizen

5S

Visual management

Job description

Overview

About Modular Mission Critical
ModularMission Critical™ is the manufacturing campus for M.C. Dean’s complex, modular product line for datacenters and critical infrastructure. Located just north of Richmond, VA, this site is growing fast serving customers worldwide. Important openings include assemblers for our production lines and engineers and designers for products and continuous improvement. Join M.C. Dean’s more than 9,000 employees around the world making an impact through innovations in power and technology.

Why Join Us?
Our people are passionate about innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment for employees to build long-term careers.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Continuous Improvement Leader with a proven track record in leading lean transformations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about driving continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of efficiency and innovation within our organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying areas for improvement, implementing lean methodologies, and driving sustainable change to enhance operational effectiveness and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

Lead Lean Transformation Initiatives:

• Drive end-to-end lean transformation projects, including planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and develop comprehensive lean strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Process Optimization:

• Analyze existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement lean methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Utilize tools such as value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and 5S to drive process improvements.

Change Management:

• Act as a change agent to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders at all levels to ensure buy-in and successful implementation of lean initiatives.

Training and Development:

• Develop and deliver training programs on lean principles, tools, and techniques to build capability and empower employees to drive improvement at all levels of the organization.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

• Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives. Monitor progress and track performance metrics.

Continuous Learning:

• Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies related to lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Apply insights to refine existing processes and drive innovation within the organization.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience (10 plus years) leading lean transformations in a manufacturing, supply chain, or service industry environment.
• Strong understanding of lean principles, including value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, visual management, and waste reduction techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop data‑driven solutions.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

Abilities

Abilities:

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• A competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Military Reserve pay offset
• Paid maternity leave

Pay Range

USD $135,120.00 - USD $168,900.00 /Yr.