Lead Continuous Improvement Champion
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Description
Job Overview
We are currently looking for a Lead Continuous Improvement Champion to join our corporate team in Holland, MI.
As a Lead Continuous Improvement Champion, you will:
Provide strategic leadership, coaching, and lean manufacturing expertise across North America operations, driving improvements in customer experience, member engagement, and business performance. This role partners with manufacturing leaders to foster a culture of continuous improvement through the Haworth Manufacturing Operating System (HMS), guiding the successful implementation of lean principles and the HMS 8 Value Stream criteria across nine manufacturing locations. Leveraging industry best practices and innovative problem-solving, you will develop and implement sustainable solutions that optimize processes, enhance operational excellence, and deliver measurable business results.
Essential Functions
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Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies, policies, and standards aligned with organizational goals, ensuring sustainable improvements across processes and systems.
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Lead, mentor, and coach teams and leaders on Lean principles, tools, and continuous improvement methodologies to build organizational capability and drive results.
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Partner with leaders across operations, finance, IT, and other functions to identify opportunities, solve complex problems using Lean principles, and implement improvements that support business objectives.
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Utilize strong influence and change leadership skills to gain alignment, overcome resistance, and drive adoption of continuous improvement initiatives.
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Promote a culture of innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices to enhance operational effectiveness and maintain a competitive advantage.
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Work within established budgets and allocate resources effectively to maximize the impact of continuous improvement initiatives.
- Must be able to perform all essential job functions with/without accommodation.
- Uses office automation, communication, software, and tools used in Haworth office environment.
- Performs other duties within scope as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or equivalent.
- Education Equivalency:
- Associate's degree plus 2 years related experience or,
- High school diploma plus 4 years related experience.
Work Experience:
- 7 years of experience in engineering, operations leadership, or in continuous improvement with Bachelor’s Degree.
- Or 5 years of experience in engineering, operations leadership, or in continuous improvement with Master's Degree.
- Military Equivalency: https://www.mynextmove.org/vets/find/military
Additionally:
- Ability to work in Holland, MI without relocation assistance.
- Current and continuing right to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Kata Coaching
- Lean Manufacturing
- Value Stream Mapping experience
- Toyota Production System experience
- Lean Certification
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