Continuous Improvement Manager

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company where innovation and sustainability drive success. In this role, you'll manage Continuous Improvement activities, ensuring efficient production and high-quality products. You'll coach teams on Lean Six Sigma principles, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact while advancing your career in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about driving change and enhancing operational efficiency, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing Continuous Improvement activities and projects.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma principles and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Continuous Improvement activities and projects in the plant.
• Coach Lean Six Sigma practitioners and develop training plans.

Skills

Continuous Improvement (CI)

Lean Six Sigma

Project Management

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability, and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, ‘all, Loctite, Snuggle, and Schwarzkopf, and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career, and make an impact at Henkel.

What you’ll do

1. Manage all Continuous Improvement (CI) activities and projects in the plant. Implement a CI strategy to ensure efficient production and high-quality products.
2. Develop and implement plans for production personnel, especially regarding CI training; coach Lean Six Sigma practitioners on projects.
3. Ensure operations processes and solutions are implemented according to global procedures and local regulations.
4. Organize and facilitate improvement workshops; lead the team, coordinate, and follow up on implementation.
5. Coach the use of Lean Six Sigma principles and tools, fostering the mindset and behaviors needed to sustain the CI program.
6. Partner with managers and departments on projects/initiatives to ensure actions and results.
7. Manage and oversee the deployment of the CI program; develop and manage the Lean Six Sigma capability development program.
8. Track progress of the master plan, provide advice, and identify potential obstacles.