Continuous Improvement Specialist

At Rite‑Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead.

Rite‑Hite is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead process optimization and efficiency initiatives across our Horn Lake, MS facility. In this role, you will apply industrial engineering methods and continuous improvement principles to drive sustainable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost through data‑driven decision‑making and cross‑functional collaboration.

• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis (RCA), and other lean initiatives.
• Identify, analyze, and implement process improvement opportunities using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies.
• Champion the deployment of visual management, standard work, and mistake‑proofing (poka‑yoke).
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure improvement impact.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize labor efficiency and line balancing.
• Analyze production and process flow to identify bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
• Design facility layout improvements and material handling systems to increase space utilization and reduce waste.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions and capacity models.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to support smooth implementation of engineering changes and process improvements.
• Provide training and coaching to frontline supervisors and operators on new processes and lean tools.
• Partner with key stakeholders and communicate effectively to lead project implementation.
• Support cost‑reduction initiatives through labor optimization, automation opportunities, and process redesign.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in a Continuous Improvement role.
• Certifications in Lean/Continuous Improvement.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar).
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and project management skills.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Draft Sight or facility layout software.

We take care of our people so they can do their best work. Our benefits support your health, future, and life outside of work:

• Health & Well‑being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well‑being program offers an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Rite‑Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.