Director of Continuous Improvement

TransTech; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in specialized infrastructure seeks a Director of Continuous Improvement to enhance operational excellence across manufacturing. This strategic role will implement process improvements, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and support expansion efforts. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Lean Six Sigma methodologies and a strong background in manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

401K with Safe Harbor Match

Employer sponsored life insurance

Group health insurance

Group dental and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategy across manufacturing locations.
• Conduct assessments and facilitate cross-functional workshops.
• Establish performance metrics to track CI project outcomes.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Project Management Software

Data Visualization Platforms

Job description

Job Title

Director of Continuous Improvement

Location:

Remote (with up to 50% travel across U.S. facilities; occasional international travel as needed)

Company Overview

TransTech is a leading provider of specialized infrastructure and custom-engineered equipment for diverse industries. Our expansive capacity and technical expertise enable large-scale production of complex, high-quality equipment while meeting rigorous quality and safety standards.

TransTech’s companies provide comprehensive solutions for gas and liquid processing, storage, transfer, and utilization, adhering to ASME, API, and TEMA standards to ensure reliability and precision in every project.

From individual services to full project solutions, TransTech’s teams deliver expert engineering, fabrication, construction, operations and maintenance, supporting projects nationally and internationally. We help customers achieve impactful, sustainable results with a commitment to safety, community, and environmental responsibility.

Job Summary

The Director of Continuous Improvement will lead and scale enterprise-wide initiatives across our manufacturing operations to drive operational excellence, eliminate waste, and support sustainable growth. This strategic role will work cross-functionally to design and implement process improvements, build a culture of continuous improvement, and support expansion efforts both domestically and internationally.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the implementation of the enterprise continuous improvement strategy across all manufacturing locations.
• Serve as the subject matter expert in Lean Six Sigma, guiding teams through DMAIC, value stream mapping, 5S, root cause analysis, and other tools.
• Partner with leadership, operations, engineering, and quality teams to identify opportunities for performance improvement and cost reduction.
• Conduct assessments, lead Kaizen events, and facilitate cross-functional workshops.
• Establish performance metrics and reporting dashboards to track CI project outcomes and ROI.
• Coach and mentor plant-level CI leads and project managers to strengthen local capabilities.
• Support integration of new acquisitions or international sites into CI practices.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by leading training programs and engagement initiatives.
• Work closely with the executive team to align CI goals with overall business strategy.
  
  

Competencies

• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred)
• Strong leadership and facilitation skills across diverse teams and locations
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• High analytical and problem-solving capability
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactical plans
• Proficient in CI tools, project management software, and data visualization platforms
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing environments
• At least 5 years in a dedicated continuous improvement leadership role
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required; Master Black Belt is a plus
• Experience in the energy, heavy equipment, or industrial manufacturing sectors strongly preferred
• Multi-site or global experience is a plus
  
  

Benefits

Employee benefits include the following, although the costs and coverage may change over time and participation may be based on achieving certain minimum number of hours worked:

• Competitive Paid Time Off.
• 401K with Safe Harbor Match - 100% of your first 3% contribution and 50% of your contributions on the next 2% of salary deferral.
• Employer sponsored life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D.
• Group health insurance.
• Group dental and vision insurance
  
  

This organization provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.