Manager of Continuous Improvement
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and drive a culture of Lean and continuous improvement across the Lakeland and FPT business.
- Develop and execute site-level RCI strategies aligned with operational goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.
- Lead CI planning, training, and value stream initiatives to improve productivity, eliminate waste, and deliver measurable business results.
- Partner with site leadership to identify improvement opportunities and quantify cost savings and performance gains.
- Facilitate Kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles, structured problem-solving, and standardized work.
- Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor continuous improvement progress and ensure sustainability.
- Promote the sharing and replication of best practices across both Lakeland and FPT locations.
- Drive organizational change by building capability at all levels and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Skills & Experience
Required:
- 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
- Strong Lean manufacturing expertise, including coaching, training, and deployment of CI strategies
- Proven success leading continuous improvement initiatives and Lean transformations
- Formal Lean certification (Lean Engineer, Black Belt, or equivalent)
- Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and sustain improvements
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on business results
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Preferred:
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering
- Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement disciplines
Travel Requirement
- This role supports both the Lakeland and FPT business and requires approximately 50% travel between locations.