Manager Corporate Continuous Improvement

generac; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead lean initiatives across manufacturing sites, applying Toyota Production System and Shingo principles to reduce waste and improve metrics.

You will train and coach teams, deploy CI tools, and coordinate multi-site projects to meet business goals, with travel expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5 years of lean CI experience in manufacturing TPS/DBS/Shingo.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and multi-site programs.

Responsibilities

• Supports production ops in lean CI plans and kaizens.
• Trains and leads a team of lean professionals across facilities.
• Develops, deploys and trains standard CI tools and processes.

Skills

Project leadership

Influence

Problem solving

Cross-site collaboration

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree

Engineering degree preferred

Job description

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.

Ready to Power a Smarter World with us?

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager is responsible for the design, leadership, training, coaching and execution of lean improvements. The CI Manager leads and manages the deployment of Lean CI principles, methodologies, tools and metrics utilizing Toyota Production System and Shingo Prize methodology. Delivers hands‑on coaching and problem solving to associates in lean methodology and tools to eliminate waste in all functions. Overall responsibility for coordinating and leading team members cross‑functionally and with multiple facilities to meet or exceed company business objectives. The Continuous Im

Major Responsibilities:

• Supports production operations in development and execution of lean continuous improvement plans and kaizens. Facilitates lean CI kaizens to improve site metrics and deliver strategy deployment goals.
• Trains, develops, motivates, monitors, and leads a team of facility lean professionals with an emphasis on championing the goals, objectives and implementation plans relative to the lean assessment needs and strategic direction.
• Develops, deploys, and trains standard Generac CI tools, methodologies, standards, practices and processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• 5 years of lean continuous improvement implementation experience in a manufacturing environment using Toyota Production System, Danaher Business System, or Shingo Prize methodology

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong project leadership experience with a diversity of team skills
• Ability to set the agenda (based on business needs and priorities) and bring others with you
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams and individuals across a variety of settings
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability, including the ability to identify creative and effective solutions and the ability to ask the right questions and help frame logical conclusions.
• Proven experience in collaborating with multiple sites and functions to drive common solutions
• Strong organization, prioritization, and time management skills with the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Sound business acumen operating in high mix, low volume and high volume, low mix production environments
• Demonstrated personal flexibility in approach and ideas
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems)
• Line operations experience working in a production or supply chain environment: Production supervision, materials, sourcing, distribution, logistics, planning, quality, or service
• Experience working with international companies and in matrix organizations
• Experience in demand flow principles and plan for every part (PFEP) methodology

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated understanding of financial measurements and goals in the lean enterprise

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion, the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend, or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer‑based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."