Site Continuous Improvement Leader

DuPont; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont의 Pencader 사이트에서 Continuous Improvement Leader로서 공정성과 생산성 향상을 목표로 지속 가능한 개선을 이끕니다. 현장 리더십과 팀을 대상으로 Lean/Six Sigma 원칙과 문제 해결 기법을 적용해 SQDIP를 개선하고, 일상적 관리 시스템과 시각적 관리 도구를 확립합니다.

주요 업무는 개선 로드맵 개발, Kaizen 이벤트 주도, 디지털 도구 및 Industry 4.0 기회 식별, 현장 간 협업 촉진이며, 데이터 분석을 바탕으로 이익 실현을 검증하고 지속 가능하게 이행합니다. 우수한 커뮤니케이션과 영향력 있는 리더십이 요구됩니다.

Qualifications

• 제조 환경에서 Lean/Six Sigma/Agile 실무 경험이 필요합니다.
• 다부서 협업으로 개선 로드맵과 프로젝트 차터를 수립한 경험이 있어야 합니다.
• 데이터를 활용한 문제 해결 및 KPI 개선 경험이 중요합니다.

Responsibilities

• Daily Management 시스템 및 현장 관리루틴을 활용한 개선 추진.
• Kaizen 이벤트를 주도하고 가치 흐름 맵(VSM) 및 5S 등 도구를 적용.
• Cross-functional 팀과 협력해 개선 프로젝트 포트폴리오 관리 및 이익 검증.
• 디지털/ Industry 4.0 도구를 활용한 생산성 향상 기회 발굴.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Agile

Continuous Improvement

Coaching & mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Kaizen events

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Operations / Manufacturing background

Tools

Daily Management System

Visual Management

Leader Standard Work

Value Stream Mapping

SMED

Industry 4.0

Dashboards

Job description

# Site Continuous Improvement Leader경력 19713 Newark, Delaware 250617W Newark, Delaware, United States of America 제조**게시일** 10/21/2026지금 지원듀폰은 필수적인 혁신을 통해 전 세계가 번영할 수 있도록 이바지하는 것을 목표로 삼고 있습니다. 우리는 중요한 사안을 해결하고자 노력합니다. 예를 들어 지구상 10억 명이 넘는 인구에게 깨끗한 물을 공급하거나, 스마트폰에서 전기차에 이르는 일상적인 기술 장치에 필수적인 소재를 생산하고, 전 세계 근로자를 보호하는 것 등이 우리가 생각하는 중요한 사안입니다. 세계 최고의 인재들이 듀폰을 직장으로 선택하는 수많은 이유를 알아보세요. 듀폰에 입사해야 하는 이유 | 듀폰 채용 https://careers.dupont.com/kr/ko/whyjoinusPosition OverviewThe Pencader Site Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for driving sustainable improvements in plant performance through the deployment and advancement of the DuPont Operational Excellence (OpEx) System. Reporting to the Plant Leader, this role partners closely with site leadership, front-line teams, functional partners, and Business Operational Excellence resources to improve performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, and Productivity (SQDIP).Serving as the site's Continuous Improvement practitioner and change leader, this individual will build organizational capability, coach leaders and employees, facilitate Kaizen and structured problem-solving activities, and establish the management systems necessary to sustain improvements. The successful candidate will combine hands-on manufacturing experience with Lean/Continuous Improvement expertise, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to influence change at all levels of the organization. The role will also help identify and advance digital and Industry 4.0 opportunities that improve visibility, productivity, standard work, and decision-making. Key ResponsibilitiesOperational Excellence DeploymentPartner with Plant Leadership to identify performance gaps and establish improvement priorities aligned to SQDIP, productivity, margin, EBITDA, and operational maturity objectives.Develop and execute the site's Operational Excellence roadmap in alignment with plant and business priorities.Deploy and sustain the DuPont Operational Excellence framework using established playbooks, management systems, roles, and routines.Translate business and plant priorities into actionable Continuous Improvement initiatives with measurable outcomes.Serve as a change leader who helps embed Operational Excellence principles into the way the plant operates. Daily Management & Performance SystemsCoach leaders and teams in the effective use of Daily Visual Management, tiered accountability, Bowler processes, Leader Standard Work, action tracking, and escalation routines.Leverage plant performance data to identify losses, waste, bottlenecks, recurring issues, and execution gaps.Strengthen accountability and problem-solving routines to improve action closure and sustain performance gains.Help establish a culture in which teams use data and structured problem solving to drive daily performance. Continuous Improvement & KaizenLead and facilitate Kaizen events, focused improvement workshops, Value Stream Mapping, waste-elimination activities, and structured problem-solving efforts.Partner with cross-functional teams to build, maintain, and prioritize a robust pipeline of Continuous Improvement opportunities.Coach improvement projects from problem definition and root-cause analysis through implementation, sustainment, and benefit validation.Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, and other Continuous Improvement methodologies based on the needs of the operation.Ensure improvements transition from short-term projects into sustainable operating practices. Digital Enablement & ProductivityPromote practical use of digital tools to improve visibility, standard work, action tracking, process efficiency, and decision quality.Partner with Digital/IT resources and plant teams to translate operational opportunities into dashboards, automation, data-analysis tools, or other digital solutions where appropriate.Identify opportunities to leverage Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies in support of Operational Excellence and productivity objectives.Use data and analytics to turn plant information into meaningful insights and actions. Program Management & Benefits ValidationLead or support the plant's Continuous Improvement project portfolio and Project Management Office (PMO) processes.Establish project charters defining scope, resources, milestones, expected benefits, and implementation plans.Maintain visibility of the site's improvement opportunity pipeline and project progress.Partner with Finance and functional stakeholders to validate productivity, margin, EBITDA, and other measurable benefits.Ensure projects maintain disciplined milestone tracking, benefit realization, and sustainment. Capability Building & Change LeadershipBuild Continuous Improvement capability across the organization through coaching, workshops, formal training, and hands-on application.Coach plant leaders, front-line leaders, operators, engineers, and functional partners in Operational Excellence methodologies.Facilitate practical learning in tools including 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), SMED, Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, and structured problem solving.Connect employees to the purpose and expected outcomes behind improvement efforts to strengthen engagement and adoption.Share lessons learned and leverage the broader Continuous Improvement network to accelerate adoption of proven practices. Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business, Information Technology, or a related field.Approximately 5–7 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, operations, Operational Excellence, or Continuous Improvement.Demonstrated experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or Continuous Improvement methodologies within a manufacturing environment.Experience leading cross-functional improvement initiatives, Kaizen events, and/or structured problem-solving activities.Demonstrated ability to develop improvement roadmaps, project charters, implementation plans, and benefit-validation approaches.Experience using operational data to identify opportunities, solve problems, and measure results.Ability to coach, teach, facilitate, and build capability across different levels of an organization.Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and drive change without direct authority. Preferred QualificationsLean Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification.Experience supporting or leading Operational Excellence within a manufacturing site.Previous supervisory, people leadership, or significant informal leadership experience.Experience with Daily Management Systems, Visual Management, Leader Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, Kaizen, 5S, and structured problem solving.Experience developing and managing Continuous Improvement project pipelines and benefits tracking.Experience with data analytics, dashboards, automation, and/or digital manufacturing technologies.Exposure to Industry 4.0 or digitally enabled manufacturing improvement initiatives.Experience working across manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, finance, and other plant functions. Critical Skills & BehaviorsThe successful candidate will demonstrate:Strong collaboration and influencing skills across functions and organizational levels.Ability to coach, teach, mentor, and facilitate practical learning.Hands-on understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement principles.Strong analytical thinking and structured problem-solving capability.A bias for action with strong ownership and follow-through.Ability to translate complex operational data into clear priorities and actions.Effective change leadership and the ability to build trust without relying on formal authority.Strong facilitation and communication skills.A focus on measurable business results as well as long-term sustainment.Commitment to DuPont Core Values and Balanced Leadership Factors: Head, Heart, and Hand.#LI-DP1인재 커뮤니티에 가입하여 듀폰과의 만남을 이어가세요! https://careers.dupont.com/kr/ko/jointalentcommunity?applyType=JTC 듀폰은 기회균등 고용주입니다. 자격에 부합하는 지원자라면 인종, 피부색, 종교, 신념, 성별, 성적 지향성, 성적 정체성, 기혼 여부, 출신 국가, 나이, 재향군인 지위 유무, 장애 유무 또는 여타 모든 보호 대상 등급과 관계없이 채용 후보로 고려합니다. 포지션을 검색하거나 취업 지원을 위해 합당한 수준의 편의를 제공받아야 하는 경우, 장애인 편의 제공 페이지에서 연락처 정보를 확인하시기 바랍니다 http://www.dupont.com/accessibility.html듀폰은 포괄적인 보상 및 복리후생 제도를 제공합니다. 자세한 내용을 보려면 보상 및 복리후생 페이지를 방문하세요 https://careers.dupont.com/kr/ko/compensation-and-benefits