Continuous Improvement Manager Motors

ABB Schweiz AG; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Continuous Improvement Manager, where you will lead initiatives to enhance operational excellence. This role is pivotal in driving a culture of continuous improvement by eliminating waste and increasing efficiency. You will train employees in CI methodologies, promote a high-performing work environment, and align initiatives with long-term business goals. The position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic manufacturing setting, contributing to a culture of excellence and innovation. If you are passionate about driving change and fostering improvement, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement or related leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Promote and lead improvement programs with a hands-on approach.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Problem-Solving

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology

Tools

Kaizen

6S

Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

Job description

Continuous Improvement Manager Motors

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This position reports to

Plant Manager - Motors and Mechanical

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will have the opportunity to drive a culture of operational excellence by leading and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across the facility. This role focuses on eliminating waste, increasing efficiency, and sustaining a high-performing, organized work environment. The CI Manager will lead Lean, Kaizen, and 6S initiatives, train employees in CI methodologies, and ensure alignment with long-term business goals. The work model for the role is: #LI - Onsite. This role is contributing to the Motion NEMA Motors division in {insert region}. Main stakeholders are {insert main stakeholder groups if available}. You will be mainly accountable for:

1. Identifying and working to remove roadblocks that prevent the successful implementation and adoption of continuous improvement initiatives and overseeing cases of conflicting priorities.
2. Promoting and leading improvement programs and projects within your own area of responsibility, with a hands-on (Gemba) and problem-solving approach.
3. Leading a systematic fact-based approach to identify and evaluate opportunities for future improvement within the local organization.
4. Providing guidance and supporting towards disseminating a continuous improvement mindset and culture at all levels, activities, and functions to promote behavioral change for continuous performance improvement at local level.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or a related leadership role. Top candidates will have a demonstrated history of driving a successful Lean Culture Transformation.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies.
• Experience in facilitating Kaizen events, leading 6S programs, and managing VSM updates.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in data analysis, problem-solving, and change management.
• Stamping experience a plus.
• Candidates must already have a work authorization that would permit them to work for ABB in the US.

More about us

ABB’s NEMA Motors Division is a marketer, designer and manufacturer that offers Baldor-Reliance industrial electric motors, primarily in North America. The Division focuses on quality, reliability and efficiency to provide a comprehensive offering of NEMA motors in the market across most industrial segments and applications. We value people from different backgrounds. Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit www.abb.com to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory We look forward to receiving your application. If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com.

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