Continuous Improvement Leader – Lansing Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 86,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Lansing, MI is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive lean initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role focuses on 5S, value stream mapping, and visual management to sustain gains and reduce waste.

You will lead cross-functional projects, coach teams, and report progress to plant leadership. Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in lean manufacturing, strong data analysis, and hands-on kaizen, 5S, and VSM expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
• 3+ years manufacturing experience in a lean environment.
• Hands‑on knowledge of lean tools such as kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.

Responsibilities

• Support 5S, value stream mapping, and visual management efforts.
• Coordinate improvement priorities with quality and maintenance teams.
• Document process changes and verify that gains are sustained.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
• Facilitate kaizen events and root cause analysis sessions.
• Track KPIs and report progress to plant leadership.
• Coach supervisors and operators on lean tools and standard work.
• Identify waste and develop action plans to reduce it.

Skills

Kaizen

Lean

5S

Value stream mapping

Data analysis

Cross-functional teams

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Minitab

Job description

Job Description:

Continuous Improvement Leader | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 – $132,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling as a continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Lansing area seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Leaders to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Continuous Improvement Leader opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Continuous Improvement Leaders. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support 5S, value stream mapping, and visual management efforts.
• Coordinate improvement priorities with quality and maintenance teams.
• Document process changes and verify that gains are sustained.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
• Facilitate kaizen events and root cause analysis sessions.
• Track key performance indicators and report progress to plant leadership.
• Coach supervisors and operators on lean tools and standard work.
• Identify waste and develop action plans to reduce it.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.
• Experience leading cross functional project teams.
• Clear written and verbal communication with hourly and salaried staff.
• Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
• Three or more years of manufacturing experience in a lean environment.
• Hands‑on knowledge of lean tools such as kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience in automotive, food, or other high volume production.
• Familiarity with statistical process control and Minitab.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience.
• Training or facilitation certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Process Improvement Specialist, Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Coordinator, Industrial Engineer, Operational Excellence Specialist, Kaizen Facilitator, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match‑driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Kaizen Business Process Improvement Lean Six Sigma Support Management Skills Organization Operational Excellence Six Sigma Process Optimization Operations Waste Business Process Analysis Visualization Key Performance Indicators Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Data Visualization Workshops Change Management Continuous Improvement Optimization Coaching Manufacturing Tableau Power BI Preparation Data Analysis Engineering Business Training Communication Management

Salary Package:

$ 86,000.00 – 132,000.00 (US Dollar)