Continuous Improvement Supervisor

MacLean-Fogg; Pierceton (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is seeking a Continuous Improvement Supervisor to lead Lean initiatives and cross-functional projects at our Indiana facility, driving safe, standardized operations and measurable performance improvements.

In this hands-on role, you will partner with safety, quality, engineering, and operations teams to deliver results through data-driven problem solving and robust training programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Operations, or related field).
• 3–7 years of manufacturing or continuous improvement experience.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and process improvement tools.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support new product introductions and process changes with cross-functional coordination.
• Develop and manage production training programs and monitor effectiveness.
• Lead Lean initiatives (5S, Kaizen, standard work, FMEA, root cause problem solving) and drive waste reduction and productivity improvements.
• Develop and track performance KPIs and engage with operators and supervisors on the floor.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The Continuous Improvement Supervisor is a cross-functional project manager and leads plant training and operational excellence initiatives. This hands-on role drives a culture of safe work, standardization, and continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing principles while partnering with safety, quality, engineering, operations, and corporate teams to deliver measurable results.

The Continuous Improvement Supervisor is a cross-functional project manager and leads plant training and operational excellence initiatives. This hands-on role drives a culture of safe work, standardization, and continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing principles while partnering with safety, quality, engineering, operations, and corporate teams to deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Support new product introductions and process changes
• Coordinate cross-functional project execution
• Track progress, risks, and implementation success

Training & Development

• Develop and manage production training programs
• Monitor training completions, verify training effectiveness, and reinforce standard work

Continuous Improvement (Lean)

• Lead Lean initiatives (5S, Kaizen, standard work, FMEA, root cause problem solving)
• Identify process improvements using data and performance metrics
• Drive waste reduction, productivity, and quality improvements with an eye towards always improving the safe working environment.
• Facilitate cross-functional improvement efforts and sustain results

Performance & Leadership

• Develop and track performance KPIs
• Engage directly with operators and supervisors on the floor
• Promote a safe work environment via accountability, standardization, and continuous improvement culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Engineering, Operations, or related field)
• 3–7 years of manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and process improvement tools
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution