Continuous Improvement Manager

Risus Talent Partners; Boston (MA); In loco; USD 120.000 - 160.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, holidays and parental -

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Descrizione del lavoro

Risus Talent Partners partners with a well-established manufacturing and distribution organization to hire a Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement for the North East. This new role will lead lean transformation across multiple facilities, requiring hands-on leadership and the ability to gain buy-in from operations teams.

You will implement lean practices, train teams, and coach using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping, with about 75% travel across MA, CT, RI, NH, NJ, PA.

Competenze

• Hands-on leader with proven lean transformation experience.
• Ability to drive measurable improvements in manufacturing and distribution.
• Strong knowledge of lean methodologies and change initiatives.
• Experience running Kaizen events and cross-functional engagement.

Mansioni

• Implement and sustain lean practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Train and coach teams on lean tools and best practices.
• Lead initiatives using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Analyze KPIs and performance data to drive results.
• Partner with plant and operations leaders to build buy-in.
• Present progress and improvement plans to leadership.
• Ensure all improvements align with safety and sustainability goals.

Conoscenze

Continuous improvement leadership

Lean methodologies

Change management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strumenti

5S

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Kanban

Value Stream Mapping

Descrizione del lavoro

Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement

North East Region (Covering MA, CT, RI, NH, NJ, PA)

Travel: Approximately 75% across the North East region

Overview:

We are partnering with a well-established, multi-site manufacturing and distribution organization to hire a Regional Manager, Continuous Improvement. This is a newly created, high-impact role designed to lead lean transformation and process optimization across multiple facilities in the North East.

This position is ideal for a hands-on continuous improvement leader who has built lean programs from the ground up, knows how to earn buy-in from operations teams, and is excited to make a visible, measurable impact across several plants.

Why This Role?

• Brand-new position with the opportunity to build and shape lean initiatives from the ground up
• High visibility with direct access to regional and senior leadership
• Multi-site influence across manufacturing operations
• Strong executive support for continuous improvement

What You Will Do

• Implement and sustain lean practices to reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Train and coach teams on lean tools and best practices
• Lead initiatives using 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping
• Analyze KPIs and performance data to drive results
• Partner with plant and operations leaders to build buy-in
• Present progress and improvement plans to leadership
• Ensure all improvements align with safety and sustainability goals

What We Are Looking For

• Strong experience in continuous improvement, lean, or operations leadership
• Proven success driving measurable improvements in manufacturing, logistics, or distribution
• Strong knowledge of lean methodologies
• Experience leading workshops, Kaizen events, and change initiatives
• Ability to influence and engage cross-functional teams
• Lean or Six Sigma certification strongly preferredBonus based on company performance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, including holidays and parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness benefits
• Life insurance and disability coverage

If you are passionate about building lean cultures, driving operational excellence, and making a real impact across multiple facilities, this is a rare opportunity to do exactly that.