Senior Continuous Improvement Leader

Jeannette

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Serve as a senior subject-matter expert and change agent, leading complex, cross-site programs and advising leaders on process excellence strategy for manufacturing and/or service operations. This individual will accelerate transformation, develop standards, and build CI capability across teams. The position is to coordinate and lead a wide range of activities that are designed to improve on-time delivery, productivity, quality, cost, safety, and/or environmental performance. The position will assist in the evaluation process, justification of improvements, and with carrying out the implementation plan. QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience). Degrees or Advanced Degrees with an emphasis on Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence considered a plus . years experience leading complex, cross-site transformations and building CI capability. Certifications: Lean / Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred; Lean Leadership / Lean Master preferred. Expert facilitation and program leadership across diverse cultures and sites. Strong business acumen (P&L drivers, service cost drivers, warranty/returns, customer experience). Ability to design governance, operating mechanisms, and standards that enable sustainment. Proven track record delivering large, measurable improvements and enabling others to deliver results. Strong executive communication; ability to influence priorities and decisions. Comfortable working in shop floor, repair center, or field service environments as required. Process and leadership-oriented mindset. Meeting facilitation and training skills required. NATURE OF THE JOB:Lead complex, multi-site programs and strategic initiatives; serve as principal facilitator for major Kaizen events. Design and deploy CI standards, toolkits, and training curricula; develop internal capability. Advise leaders on prioritization, governance, and operating mechanisms for excellence. Lead change management and communication plans to embed new ways of working. Identify and remove systemic barriers; escalate enterprise issues and drive resolution. JOB RESPONSIBLITIES/ COMPETENCIES:Lead multi-site strategic programs and enterprise initiatives. Develop and deploy CI standards, toolkits, and training/certification support. Build governance mechanisms and lead change management. Partner with leaders to remove systemic barriers and standardize processes. Expert CI practitioner; program leadership; executive communication. Culture building and coaching; ability to influence policy and strategy. Financial acumen and benefits realization discipline.

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