Remote Continuous Improvement Manager – Lean Manufacturing

Enersys; Commack (NY); Remote; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Comprehensive benefits

Financial & career growth

401(k) matching

Innovative culture

Job summary

EnerSys Advanced Systems, a Bren-Tronics unit, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to drive operational excellence in the manufacturing plant. The role emphasizes hands-on process improvements across assembly, test, and electro-mechanical production to boost efficiency, quality, safety, and throughput while adhering to AS9100, ISO9001, and ITAR.

The candidate will lead Lean initiatives on the shop floor, build KPIs, and mentor operators and supervisors for sustainable performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar technical field.
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in defense, aerospace, or battery manufacturing.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.
• Hands-on Lean/Six Sigma experience (Gemba).

Responsibilities

• Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor.
• Identify and eliminate waste using 5S, Kaizen, VSM, Standard Work, SMED.
• Analyze battery assembly, testing, and packaging to improve cycle time.
• Facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Drive improvements in yield, scrap reduction, and rework minimization.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO9001, ITAR and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Gemba mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MES/ERP systems

Job description

EnerSys Advanced Systems, a Bren-Tronics unit, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to drive operational excellence in the manufacturing plant. The role emphasizes hands-on process improvements across assembly, test, and electro-mechanical production to boost efficiency, quality, safety, and throughput while adhering to AS9100, ISO9001, and ITAR.

The candidate will lead Lean initiatives on the shop floor, build KPIs, and mentor operators and supervisors for sustainable performance.