Project Continuous Improvement Manager

Position Summary

THIS IS AN ONSITE POSITION IN STREETSBORO, OH.

Layer Zero Power Systems LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state‑of‑the‑art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission‑critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors.

Layer Zero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

This role is highly visible and central to the organization’s transformation journey. Reporting directly to the Chief Transformation Officer, the Manager will influence enterprise‑wide initiatives and shape the future of the business. The Project/Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading cross‑functional initiatives that enhance manufacturing performance, optimize processes across the enterprise, and support strategic growth objectives. The position partners closely with functions across the business and serves as a critical contributor to the governance of the Value Creation Plan (VCP).

• Lead capital, process improvement, and operational projects from concept through implementation.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations on equipment, layout, and process optimization when needed.
• Manage timelines, resources, risks, and deliverables across complex initiatives.
• Ensure projects align with production goals, safety standards, customer requirements, and business priorities.

• Lead Lean initiatives such as 5S, Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and Standard Work.
• Identify and eliminate waste, including downtime, scrap, inefficiencies, and bottlenecks.
• Facilitate root cause analysis using tools such as Fishbone diagrams and 5 Whys.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the site.

• Review KPIs across the business and use the data to identify trends and prioritize improvement opportunities.
• Report progress, insights, and results to leadership upon request.

• Act as a bridge between all functions across the business.
• Influence and drive accountability across teams without direct authority.
• Support frontline leaders in implementing and sustaining process improvements.

• Lead deployment of new processes, systems, and tools.
• Partner with the training department to ensure adoption of improvements.
• Ensure improvements are standardized, documented, and sustained over time.

• Support achievement of targets to improvement in the strategic plan.
• Deliver continual progress of VCP per plan details.
• Adoption and sustainability of continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or Business.
• 5–8+ years of experience in manufacturing, project management, or continuous improvement roles.
• Experience working directly with production teams and engineering functions.

• Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt strongly preferred).
• Experience in power systems, electrical manufacturing, or industrial equipment environments.
• PMP or project management certification or experience overseeing large strategic initiatives.

• Strong operational mindset with understanding of shop floor dynamics.
• Analytical problem‑solving using data and root cause methodologies.
• Ability to influence and lead across all levels of the organization.
• Strong execution focus with accountability for results.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a drive to challenge the status quo.
• Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced environment with evolving priorities and ambiguity.

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and Kaizen.
• ERP/MRP…