Manager, Continuous Improvement

Integra; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with incentives

Healthcare coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible benefits

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance / tuition support

Retirement and savings programs

Job summary

Integra in Houston, TX seeks a Manager, Continuous Improvement to develop and execute the North American CI strategy. You will lead standardized Lean practices across facilities, coaching plant CI resources and partnering with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and Supply Chain to boost safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and capacity.

You will drive labor efficiency, flow, throughput, lead time, and waste reduction while deploying MDI, Kaizen, value stream mapping, and standard

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain.
• 3+ years leading CI teams or cross-functional improvement programs.
• Experience leading Lean transformations, Kaizen programs and enterprise-wide CI initiatives.
• Experience developing CI roadmaps aligned to safety, quality, delivery, cost and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead Integra's North America CI strategy.
• Establish a standardized Lean Management System across facilities.
• Standardize MDI, Kaizen, problem solving, standard work, and visual management.
• Provide functional leadership for plant-based CI resources.
• Coach Ops, Manufacturing Eng., and site leadership teams.
• Drive productivity, labor efficiency, flow, lead time and waste reduction.
• Lead Value Stream Mapping and enterprise Kaizen programs.
• Develop CI governance, training, certification and best-practice deployment.
• Track, validate and report savings from CI projects.
• Support factory flow improvements, throughput and inventory reduction.
• Partner with Mfg Eng. and Industrialization Eng. on enterprise projects.
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement across North America.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

CI Leadership

Kaizen

Roadmaps

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The Opportunity

The Manager, Continuous Improvement is responsible for developing and executing Integra’s Continuous Improvement strategy across North American manufacturing facilities. This role establishes consistent Lean practices and provides functional leadership to plant-based Continuous Improvement resources while partnering with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialization Engineering, Supply Chain, and site leadership to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and capacity.

Location: Houston, Texas

Department: DEPTEC

The Opportunity

The Manager, Continuous Improvement is responsible for developing and executing Integra’s Continuous Improvement strategy across North American manufacturing facilities. This role establishes consistent Lean practices and provides functional leadership to plant-based Continuous Improvement resources while partnering with Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrialization Engineering, Supply Chain, and site leadership to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and capacity.

The Manager leads continuous improvement initiatives focused on labor efficiency, factory flow, throughput, lead time, inventory, and waste reduction. This role drives the standardization and deployment of MDI, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, standard work, visual management, and structured problem‑solving practices. The Manager also develops CI road maps, facilitates improvement events, coaches leaders and teams, and supports the sharing of best practices across facilities.

The Manager, Continuous Improvement is responsible for measuring and communicating the operational and financial impact of improvement initiatives and building the capabilities needed to sustain improvements over time. Through hands‑on coaching, cross‑functional collaboration, and effective change management, this role helps establish a culture of continuous improvement and drives measurable performance improvements across Integra’s manufacturing operations.

What you will do?

• Develop and lead Integra's North America Continuous Improvement strategy.
• Establish a standardized Lean Management System across all facilities.
• Standardize MDI, Kaizen, problem solving, standard work, and visual management practices.
• Provide functional leadership for plant-based CI resources.
• Coach Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, and site leadership teams.
• Drive productivity, labor efficiency, flow, lead time, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Lead Value Stream Mapping and enterprise Kaizen programs.
• Develop CI governance, training, certification, and best‑practice deployment.
• Track, validate, and report realized savings from CI projects.
• Support factory flow improvements, throughput optimization, and inventory reduction initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialization Engineering on enterprise improvement projects.
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement across North America.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations, or Supply Chain.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing CI teams, engineering teams, or cross‑functional improvement programs.
• Proven experience leading Lean transformations, Kaizen programs, and enterprise‑wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience developing and managing Continuous Improvement roadmaps aligned to safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Administration preferred.
• Prior experience working in data center environments.

How We Support You

We believe your best work happens when you feel supported – professionally, personally, and financially. That’s why we offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive, stay healthy, and plan for the future.

• Performance‑driven rewards – Competitive pay with incentive opportunities that recognize your results and contributions.
• Comprehensive healthcare – Medical, dental, and vision coverage that supports you and your family’s total well‑being.
• Security and peace of mind – Life and disability insurance programs that provide protection when it matters most.
• Flexible benefits options – A variety of voluntary benefits so you can personalize coverage to fit your needs.
• Time to recharge – Generous paid time off to relax, travel, and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.
• Investing in your growth – Education assistance and tuition support to help you build skills and advance your career.
• Planning for the future – Retirement and savings programs that help you achieve long‑term financial confidence.

Come build with us

At Integra, we’re driven by a vision to transform the data center industry. We specialize in delivering optimized turnkey solutions that bring together speed, quality, and reliability – helping our clients build and operate the mission‑critical infrastructure that powers today’s digital world. Integra is a vertically integrated company – owning and managing every phase of the process from site selection and design to manufacturing, procurement, commissioning, and warranty. This approach allows us to move faster, solve challenges more efficiently, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our partners.

What truly sets Integra apart is our people. We are a team of problem‑solvers, engineers, builders, and operators who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering results. Our culture values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement – because in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, excellence and adaptability matter.

Joining Integra means being part of a company that is shaping the future of data center infrastructure. If you’re passionate about innovation, impact, and building systems the world depends on, you’ll find the opportunity to grow and make a difference here.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Integra provides equal employment opportunities for all people. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, creed, origin, marital status, sexual orientation, age, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a qualified applicant who requires reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]