Continuous Improvement Manager

Imerys; Andersonville (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Imerys in Andersonville, GA, seeks a Continuous Improvement Specialist to enhance Operational Excellence. This role involves working with leadership and teams to drive improvement projects in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost savings.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Sciences, or significant experience in Quality Engineering, along with strong Lean and Six Sigma proficiency. This is a high-visibility role that will allow you to make a substantial impact in a leader in refractory minerals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in relevant experience or 5 years in Quality Engineering.
• Strong understanding of Industrial Engineering concepts.
• Ability to influence without formal authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute strategic Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Plan and execute improvement projects with cross-functional teams.
• Coach employees on Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Sciences

Tools

Google tools

Job description

Passionate about Driving Continuous Improvement in Refractory Minerals? We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team at Imerys Refractory Minerals in Andersonville, Georgia.

This is a high-visibility individual contributor role where you’ll be the go-to expert for Operational Excellence on site. You’ll work hands‑on with both senior leadership and the shopfloor to identify opportunities, lead improvement projects, coach teams, and deliver measurable results in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost savings.

If you love turning data into action, influencing without authority, and making a real impact in a manufacturing environment, this could be your next great opportunity.

About the Role

As our Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will lead and execute strategic Operational Excellence initiatives throughout the Andersonville site. You’ll serve as the internal driver and expert for continuous improvement, combining strong shopfloor presence with effective communication and influence at all levels.

You will report to the Site Manager with a dotted line to the BA I-cubed Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and select the best approaches to maximize the impact of Operational Excellence initiatives
• Plan and execute projects: build cross-functional teams, define deliverables, and secure necessary resources
• Coach, mentor, and train employees on Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and quality methodologies
• Provide timely updates, data-driven analysis, and recommendations to leadership to drive adoption of OE principles
• Continuously measure the impact of initiatives and implement recovery plans when needed to ensure maximum results
• Support additional projects and tasks as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills & Attributes:

• Strong commitment to Safety as the top priority
• Solid proficiency in Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to influence without formal authority at all levels
• Good understanding of Industrial Engineering and Quality Engineering concepts
• Ability to understand P&L and financial data and translate improvements into monetary savings
• Strong project management, facilitation, statistical & data analysis, presentation, and training skills
• Proficiency with Google tools (Green Belt certification is a plus)

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Sciences preferred + at least 2 years of relevant experience, OR
• Minimum 5 years of significant Quality Engineering experience
• At least 5 years of experience in process-driven roles within Manufacturing, Industrial Services, or Supply Chain
• Previous experience in the mineral or cement industry is a strong plus
• Occasional travel for training or to other sites may be required

This individual contributor role offers the chance to make a significant, visible impact on site performance while developing your expertise in a global leader in refractory minerals.

Location: Andersonville, GA Line of Business: Refractory Minerals

IMERYS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (F/M/IWD/PV).