Continuous Improvement Manager

McWane Ductile; Coshocton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in infrastructure products is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to spearhead CI initiatives. This role involves analyzing business processes, implementing Lean methodologies, and enhancing operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with strong analytical skills and a passion for continuous improvement. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a collaborative environment, driving results and fostering a culture of excellence. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a forward-thinking organization, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• BS in Industrial Engineering or related field required.
• Up to 10 years of experience in Continuous Improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead CI initiatives and manage department activities.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement across the company.
• Oversee data collection and analysis for process improvement.

Skills

Data Analysis

Leadership

Lean Methodology

Communication

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering

Experience in Continuous Improvement

Tools

MS Office

Minitab

MS SQL Server

Job description

McWane Ductile, an industry leader in pipes and other infrastructure products since 1921, is looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager in Ohio.

This position is responsible for leading the Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives. He/she will provide leadership, planning, technical direction, communication, and coaching skills to ensure safe production of high-quality products to meet customer needs in the most cost-effective manner. He/she is responsible for analyzing current business processes, recommending improvements, and implementing new operational efficiency initiatives. They drive the development and implementation of Lean methodology to enhance performance and reduce costs.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is a motivated self-starter with a strong desire to create a career at MDO and grow within the company. They excel in driving results with minimal supervision. Additionally, they are flexible, capable of detailed data analysis while maintaining a long-term strategic vision. Their career aspirations align with the company’s vision and core values, making them an asset to the team.

Responsibilities:

• Plans, directs, and manages department activities to enhance achievement of continuous improvement goals, policies, priorities, and procedures.
• Creates and maintains a culture of continuous improvement by training, educating, and influencing all levels of management and serving as facilitator and champion for process improvement across the Company.
• Provides strategic leadership and tactical planning in multiple, complex, high-visibility process improvement projects.
• Oversee and direct all continuous improvement events aimed at obtaining sustainment.
• Oversee the study of production and office processes to recommend suggestions for improvement.
• Oversee the collection of quality and/or production data.
• Ability to study substantial amounts of data for analysis.
• Collaborate with IT to streamline data collection for enhanced data analysis.
• Collaborate within the Quality department to ensure company remains ISO 9001 certified.
• Ability to lead and/or contribute to an internal audit.
• Work environment will include an equal mix between time spent on floor and office.
• Ability to work independently, in a small group, and with other departments across the facility.
• Well versed in MS Office, Minitab, MS SQL Server.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises, coaches, develops, and mentors subordinates (1 to 3 CI Engineers).

Qualifications:

• BS in Industrial (and Systems) Engineering, Industrial Engineering Technology, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• And/or up to 10 years’ experience.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Engineering

Industries

Manufacturing, Utilities, and Construction