Global Continuous Improvement Manager (Power Solutions)

The Global Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for driving operational excellence, productivity
improvements, cost optimization, and process standardization across all global manufacturing and operational
sites.
This role leads Lean initiatives, develops standardized processes, improves facility layouts, enhances operational
efficiency, and promotes a culture of continuous improvement. The position works closely with Operations,
Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Site Leadership teams to achieve strategic business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Excellence & Process Improvement
 Lead global Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean and Operational Excellence principles.
 Drive projects that improve productivity, quality, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
 Identify and implement improvement opportunities across operations.
 Define and monitor KPIs to measure results.
Layout Optimization & Visualization
 Lead facility and production layout optimization projects.
 Develop and maintain layout visualizations, VSM’s, and workflow maps.
 Improve plant space utilization, workflow, and material flow.
Process Flow & Line Balancing
 Optimize process flows to eliminate waste and bottlenecks.
 Lead line balancing activities to improve efficiency and labor utilization.
Strategic Deployment & X-Matrix Leadership
 Lead X-Matrix deployment to align strategic objectives.
 Facilitate annual and quarterly strategy reviews.
 Align site improvement projects with business priorities.
 Track progress and drive accountability for key initiatives.
Cost Savings, Cost Avoidance & Cost Control
 Lead global cost savings, avoidance, and control initiatives.
 Develop and manage a pipeline of savings projects.
 Track and validate savings with Finance and Operations.
 Support productivity and margin improvement goals.
Training & Change Management
 Train and coach teams on Lean principles, CI, and Operational Excellence tools.
 Facilitate Kaizen events and problem-solving workshops.
 Lead change management activities to sustain improvements.
 Foster a culture of Continuous Improvement.
Travel & Coordination
 Travel to other sites to assess the operational setup and share best practices
 Collaborate with Digitalization and Automation teams to integrate Continuous Improvement strategy.
 Support capacity planning and productivity improvements.
5S & Workplace Organization
 Lead 5S deployment and sustainment across all sites.
 Develop audit criteria and conduct regular assessments.
 Improve workplace organization, safety, and visual management.
 Promote employee involvement in Continuous Improvement activities.