Continuous Improvement Manager

Clayton; Savannah (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Volunteer time via Clayton Impact

Wellness programs

Job summary

Clayton is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead the Operations CI program across the supply organization, applying Lean manufacturing principles and best practices. You will develop training, metrics, and communication strategies to sustain improvements.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in manufacturing CI, strong data analysis, time studies, and experience leading Kaizen events across multiple sites. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration and measurable impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical or Statistics required.
• 3+ years of continuous improvement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with time studies, 5S, VSM, capacity analysis, inventory control and lead time reduction.

Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and deliver CI training across the division.
• Implement Lean principles in new areas and maintain them over time.
• Collaborate with Plant General Managers to align programs and communicate expectations.
• Develop metrics to track improvements and impact on the bottom line.
• Assess operations via data analysis to identify issues and actions.
• Participate in GEMBA-based Kaizens and Kaizen events.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Kaizen

Data analysis

Time studies

Project management

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Cross-site coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Statistics

Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering preferred

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.

Position Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Manager will be responsible for developing and effectively deploying an Operations Continuous Improvement Program across the Clayton Supply Organization centered on Lean Manufacturing Principles & Best Practices utilizing the key technical skills listed below.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Create, maintain, and deliver training across the division to help advance the Continuous Improvement culture.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing Principles in areas that have not been previously exposed, maintain those principles over time.
• Work closely with Plant General Manages to ensure Continuous Improvement Programs meet expectations and are clearly communicated.
• Develop Key Metrics needed to track improvements within the Plants that impact the bottom line.
• Assess Operation Performance through data analysis and use this to identify areas of concern and corrective actions.
• Work closely with supervisors and team members on GEMBA-based Kaizens and actively participate in Kaizen events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical or Statistics is required with a major in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering preferred.
• At least 3+ years of continuous improvement experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with time studies, changeover reduction, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, capacity analysis, inventory control, material flow, and lead time reduction.
• Must be able to manage projects off-site across multiple Manufacturing Sites.
• Must have excellent oral, written, listening and comprehension skills.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to consistently operate a computer and other office productivity machinery such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, computer printer, etc.
• Must be able to communicate with others via phone, email, and in person. Must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• Constantly works in an indoor, temperature-controlled, sealed-window office environment.
• Work primarily involves sitting / standing.

Why Clayton?

Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.

As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.

At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.

Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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