Continuous Improvement Manager

Location: Willard

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** Continuous Improvement Manager - Onsite
**** Willard, OH, United States
**** Come build something that matters.
** It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who  our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT(R), BLACK+DECKER(R), CRAFTSMAN(R), STANLEY(R), CUB CADET(R), and HUSTLER(R).
** The Job:
** As a
** Continuous Improvement Manager**, you’ll be part of our Industrial team working as on-site employee.  You’ll get to:

* ** Leadership & Strategy**  + Champion the continuous improvement vision and align site strategy with corporate lean objectives.  + Lead, mentor, and develop the Continuous Improvement (CI) team, providing clear direction and fostering a high-performance culture.  + Inspire and motivate personnel at all levels to embrace continuous improvement principles.
* ** Process Improvement**  + Analyze current processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop actionable strategies for improvement.  + Plan, coordinate, and facilitate rapid improvement events (e.g., Kaizen, RIE, OEE, SMED, Line Balancing, 5S).  + Collaborate with all departments to establish and maintain standards that support corporate goals.
* ** Training & Development**  + Design and deliver training programs on lean manufacturing tools and principles for all staff, including management.  + Identify and address ongoing training and educational needs within the department.  + Onboard and train new personnel in CI methodologies and best practices.
* ** Project Management & Execution**  + Oversee the selection, qualification, and development of CI personnel.  + Track and report on the progress of improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and realization of benefits.  + Maintain all documentation related to CI initiatives and departmental activities.
* ** Performance Management**  + Conduct timely, unbiased performance evaluations for CI team members.  + Manage time and attendance approvals using relevant HR software (e.g., UKG, Workday).
* ** Collaboration & Communication**  + Facilitate weekly site productivity meetings and monthly corporate productivity reviews to ensure alignment with targets.  + Maintain active involvement with SBD performance excellence programs (e.g., SPX).  + Encourage open communication, empowering staff to identify concerns and suggest improvement opportunities.
* ** Compliance & Safety**  + Ensure all personnel understand and adhere to safe and proper use of equipment.  + Support compliance with ISO standards and internal policies.
** The Person:
** You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (required).
* Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred;
Green Belt acceptable.
* 5+  years of supervisory experience in operations improvement or process optimization.
* Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, ISO standards, and policy/procedure development.
* Proven track record of successful project development, management, and implementation.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause decision-making skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel and Power BI
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
* High level of initiative, adaptability, and commitment to driving organizational change
* * This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).
*** The Details:
** You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:
* Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in…