Description
General Position Overview
The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading and driving process improvement initiatives within the manufacturing operations. This role focuses on identifying opportunities for enhancement, implementing effective strategies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality
Essential Job Functions
Demonstrate SoundOff Signal's Core Values in daily interactions with internal and external customers.
Develop and implement a continuous improvement strategy aligned with the company's overall objectives.
Propose and implement innovative solutions to address manufacturing challenges and drive operational excellence.
Set clear, measurable goals for process improvement and track progress against these goals.
Analyze current manufacturing processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement.
Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to develop and implement solutions that enhance operational efficiency.
Lead and manage continuous improvement projects from inception through completion.
Coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and ensure the successful delivery of improvement initiatives.
Collect and analyze data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for improvement.
Prepare and present reports on project status, performance metrics, and improvement outcomes to senior management.
Train and mentor employees on continuous improvement principles, tools, and techniques.
Promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement throughout the organization.
Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in continuous improvement.
Implement Lean Manufacturing practices
5S
Visual Management
Value Stream Mapping
Error Proofing
Kanban Systems
Total Productive Maintenance
Kaizens
SMED
Lean Metrics
Help create a pro-active culture of change by promoting, teaching, and listening to improvement needed by engaging all levels of employees in the business
Able to perform job consistently without excessive absenteeism or tardiness
Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Professional certifications (e.g., Six Sigma Black Belt) a plus.
Proven experience (5+ years) in continuous improvement roles within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies.
Excellent project management skills with a track record of successfully leading and implementing improvement projects.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
Mostly office environment, occasional light manufacturing environment
Fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Low noise level in a temperature-controlled setting
Some level of domestic and/or international travel may be required
May work remotely
Mostly normal business hours with occasional need to flex hours
It is the policy of SoundOff Signal to extend equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, age, sex, pregnancy, gender or gender expression, disability, genetic information, religion, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, height, weight, sexual orientation, miltary or veteran status, citizenship, protected activity (i.e., opposition to prohibited discrimination or participation in the statutory complaint process), or any other legally protected group.
