Continuous Improvement Manager

kdc/one, Columbus; New Albany (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits

Room to grow

Job summary

kdc/one Columbus is seeking a hands-on Continuous Improvement Manager to lead on-the-floor improvement efforts, eliminate waste, and foster a culture where continuous improvement is how we work every day.

You will coach teams, run Kaizen events and RIEs, and turn data into sustainable results that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost. The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering/Operations/Business and 5+ years of Lean/CI experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years hands-on CI or Lean Manufacturing in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading Kaizens, RIEs, and shop-floor improvement activities.
• Strong Lean toolkit: VSM, Standard Work, Visual Management, TPM, problem solving.
• Lean certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety, quality, cost, delivery, and engagement.
• Plan and facilitate Kaizen events, Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs), and problem-solving workshops.
• Coach leaders and teams in Lean tools, loss analysis, and data-driven decision making.
• Create and maintain visual management, standard work, and value stream maps.
• Partner with site leadership to build and execute a CI roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Support equipment reliability and efficiency through TPM and maintenance improvement efforts.
• Drive employee engagement by making CI practical, visible, and fun.
• Track results, celebrate wins, and make sure improvements stick.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen Facilitation

RIE Facilitation

Data-driven decisions

Coaching

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

Visual Management

TPM

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Continuous Improvement Manager – kdc/one Columbus

Are you a hands‑on Lean leader who loves rolling up your sleeves, solving problems, and helping teams win? kdc/one is looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead improvement efforts on the floor, eliminate waste, and build a culture where continuous improvement is how we work—every day.

This role is all about action: coaching teams, running Kaizens, and turning data into real, sustainable results.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety, quality, cost, delivery, and engagement.
• Plan and facilitate Kaizen events, Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs), and problem‑solving workshops.
• Coach leaders and teams in Lean tools, loss analysis, and data‑driven decision making.
• Create and maintain visual management, standard work, and value stream maps.
• Partner with site leadership to build and execute a CI roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Support equipment reliability and efficiency through TPM and maintenance improvement efforts.
• Drive employee engagement by making CI practical, visible, and fun.
• Track results, celebrate wins, and make sure improvements stick.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands‑on Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading Kaizens, RIEs, and shop‑floor improvement activities.
• Strong Lean toolkit (VSM, Standard Work, Visual Management, TPM, problem solving).
• A coaching mindset with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Lean certification is a plus.

Why kdc/one?

• Real opportunity to make an impact within our organization.
• A team that values action, learning, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and room to grow.