Director, Continuous Improvement

Work Model:
This role can be performed remotely from an approved location, with flexibility based on business needs and applicable requirements.

• Champion the Lean philosophy and its deployment across all functions and manufacturing sites.
• Support the organization in achieving SQDCG and financial objectives through effective application of the RBS tools and methodologies to achieve continuous improvement.
• Develop and drive the divisional CI Roadmap and ensure alignment to site-level plans.
• Lead, guide, and help create solutions for highly complex and multi-faceted problems requiring ingenuity, creativity, innovation, and strong analytical skills. Problems are unique and require a thorough understanding of operating unit policies and practices. Apply knowledge of different techniques and practices to achieve desired results.
• Connect operational improvements (e.g., machine productivity, labor productivity, lead time/turnaround time, quality, backlog, capacity, OEE, etc.) to financial outcomes (Revenue/TVOS, Cost, Cash, Margin).
• Participate in the hiring, development and coaching of site continuous improvement leaders.
• Utilize a team-oriented structured problem-solving approach to analyze current conditions, diagnose problems, and identify improvement opportunities.

• Support Division and Site RBS leaders in maturing the Regal Rexnord Business System through the development of skills, capabilities, and engagement driving impact to the next level.
• Coach, mentor, and train Regal Rexnord associates on CI tools and Lean leadership.
• Develop RBS capability through formal training and “stop-and-teach” coaching at Gemba.
• Lead and coach multiple projects and Kaizen events simultaneously through both a hands‑on and influential approach.
• Engage and influence teams at all levels to drive momentum toward the future state.
• Identify, coach, and develop talent; build a strong bench of RBS tool champions across the division to leverage RBS Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies to support their professional advancement and improve the business's operational performance.

• Lead the creation of annual X‑Matrix and oversee the deployment plan via RBS charters, bowlers, and action plans.
• Manage charters, bowlers, action plans and monthly PD cadence.
• Support Division Annual Improvement Priorities through effective application of RBS tools and methodologies to support Policy Deployment initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field;
  Advanced degree preferred (MS Engineering, MBA).
• 8‑10 years relevant work experience across Continuous Improvement, Business Systems, or Operations (global and/or multi‑site experience preferred).
• Familiarity with Policy Deployment, its facilitation and implementation.
• Technical background in continuous improvement methodology and framework.
• Proven successful applications of multiple CI tools: 80/20, Lean Leadership, including Daily Management, KPI Leadership, Standard Work, Gemba Walks, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Transactional Process Improvements, Kanban/replenishment systems, FMEA, Advanced Problem Solving, RCCMs.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate Kaizen‑type events to produce measurable improvements (financial, service, quality, etc.).
• Skilled and experienced in decomposing a strategic vision into actionable strategies and tactics.
• Critical thinking skills to properly identify problem area & potential solutions.
• Demonstrate the Regal Rexnord Values;
  Integrity, Responsibility, Diversity, Engagement & Inclusion, Customer Success, Innovation with Purpose, Continuous Improvement, Performance, Passion to Win, and Sense of Urgency.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Must be able to travel at least 50‑75% of the time domestically and internationally as required.

• Project and program management expertise (PMP, Prince II).
• Lean Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Experience with High Mix / Low Volume and Low Mix / High Volume…