Continuous Improvement Manager

Waters Corporation; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation in Golden, Colorado seeks a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead Six Sigma/Lean initiatives, coach leaders, and develop CI metrics. The role supports leadership in project selection and dashboard development, with responsibilities spanning policy maintenance and associate development.

Qualified candidates will have a BS degree (Master’s preferred), Six Sigma/Lean certification with 5+ years of experience, and strong coaching, communication, and facilitation skills.

Qualifications

• BS Degree; Master’s degree preferred in business or related field.
• Certified in Six Sigma or Lean; minimum 5 years in Six Sigma/Lean/DFSS; MBB desired.
• Strong change leadership, coaching, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage Corporate Six Sigma Program policies and practices.
• Provide expert coaching on Six Sigma tools and methods.
• Facilitate Lean and Six Sigma training waves.
• Lead the Cost of Quality initiative for the site.
• Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities.
• Drive accountability and track project reviews; travel 10–25%.

Skills

Team leadership

Facilitation

Communication

Minitab

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

BS Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Minitab

Job description

Continuous Improvement Manager

Pay Range Minimum: USD $90,500.00

Pay Range Maximum: USD $150,500.00

Location: US-CO-Golden

Overview

The Continuous Improvement Manager will provide technical and business support to the overall deployment of Continuous Improvement initiatives at the plant. The CI Manager will be responsible for assisting the leadership team in project selection and establishment of dashboard metrics. Additionally, they will provide coaching, counseling and development of associates. Other responsibilities include Lean training sessions and developing Continuous Improvement reporting metrics, working with and supporting functional Six Sigma & Lean Continuous Improvement leaders to identify and generate solutions to eliminate barriers to process improvement, and assisting in driving quality awareness and improving communication to the organization regarding quality efforts. The CI Manager will be responsible for ongoing development, execution, and maintenance of Corporate Six Sigma & Lean Continuous Improvement policies and practices as well as overseeing the certification and guidance of Lean Leaders, Six Sigma Master Black Belts, Black Belts and Greenbelts.

Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Demonstrated ability to teach, mentor, and coach Leaders, Six Sigma certified associates, and Champions
• Demonstrated project management excellence; track record of results.
• Strategic Business Sense
• Excellent team facilitation/leadership skills. Teamwork/collaborative style.
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple/detail-oriented tasks
• Proficiency with key PC software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Minitab)

Responsibilities:

• Manage Corporate Six Sigma Program policies and practices
• Provide expert coaching on the full range of Six Sigma tools and methods (process improvement, design for Six Sigma and process management). Provide technical (quality tool) and change management expertise to the organization Lead BB & MBB certification
• Facilitate Lean and Six Sigma training waves
• Lead the Cost of Quality Initiative for the site
• Work with Business Leadership to identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities
• Provide Business Leadership with support, tools, and training to conduct meaningful project reviews
• Drive adoption of best practices developed by CI Teams across regional and functional area(s)
• Willingness to travel 10 - 25%

Qualifications

Education: BS Degree. Master's Degree with emphasis in Business preferred.

Experience:

Certified in Six Sigma or Lean with a minimum of 5 years experience in areas of Six Sigma, Lean, DFSS, and consulting. MBB desired. Team leadership experience and proven talent as a change leader.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Structured analytical and problem solving techniques
• Working knowledge of cGMPs and ISO
• Strong interpersonal skills including communication, facilitation, consulting, coaching, and influencing
• Knowledgeable in evolving Lean Six Sigma concepts and tools and actively connected to latest Continuous Improvement industry trends
• Ability to work effectively with Senior Management

Company Description

Waters Corporation (NYSE:WAT) is a global leader in life sciences and diagnostics, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, our innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across chemistry, physics, and biology. We collaborate with customers around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, ensure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combating antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, our passionate team of ~16,000 colleagues turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

Diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our core values at Waters Corporation. It benefits our employees, our products, our customers and our community. Waters complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Waters is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Key Words

Six Sigma, Leam, 5S, DFSS, MBB, cGMPs, ISO