Director of Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 154,406 - 212,308; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Up to 3 weeks starting vacation

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is looking for an Operational Director - Continuous Improvement to lead operational excellence initiatives at their Lanark manufacturing plant. This role involves strategic leadership alongside hands-on implementation of Lean methodologies to enhance performance in various operational metrics.

The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience and a successful track record in driving a culture of continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package included.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, with at least 5 years in continuous improvement.
• Proven track record implementing Lean methodologies and driving measurable operational improvement.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and plant performance systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational excellence initiatives with strategic and hands-on implementation.
• Develop and execute a continuous improvement roadmap using Lean principles.
• Champion a culture of operational excellence through coaching and mentoring.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Manufacturing processes

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is looking for an Operational Director - Continuous Improvement to lead operational excellence initiatives at their Lanark manufacturing plant. This role involves strategic leadership alongside hands-on implementation of Lean methodologies to enhance performance in various operational metrics.

The ideal candidate will possess 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience and a successful track record in driving a culture of continuous improvement. Competitive salary and benefits package included.