Lean Transformation Leader — Manufacturing

The Pivot Group Careers; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is actively seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for Grand Rapids, MI, to drive lean programs across manufacturing environments. The role emphasizes 5S, value stream mapping, and cross‑functional collaboration with quality and maintenance teams.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor in engineering or related field, 3+ years in lean manufacturing, and hands-on Kaizen/5S experience. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $137,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
• Three or more years of manufacturing experience in a lean environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of lean tools such as kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.

Responsibilities

• Support 5S, value stream mapping, and visual management efforts.
• Coordinate improvement priorities with quality and maintenance teams.
• Document process changes and verify that gains are sustained.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
• Facilitate kaizen events and root cause analysis sessions.
• Track key performance indicators and report progress to plant leadership.
• Coach supervisors and operators on lean tools and standard work.
• Identify waste and develop action plans to reduce it.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

5S

Value stream mapping

Data analysis

Cross functional teams

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering/operations

Tools

Minitab

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is actively seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader for Grand Rapids, MI, to drive lean programs across manufacturing environments. The role emphasizes 5S, value stream mapping, and cross‑functional collaboration with quality and maintenance teams.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor in engineering or related field, 3+ years in lean manufacturing, and hands-on Kaizen/5S experience. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $137,000 depending on experience.