Continuous Improvement Leader

Overview

About M.C. Dean

M.C. Dean is Building Intelligence. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions for the nation's most mission-critical facilities, secure environments, complex infrastructure, and global enterprises. With over 7,000 employees, our capabilities span electrical, electronic security, telecommunications, life safety, automation and controls, audiovisual, and IT systems. Headquarters in Tysons, Virginia, M.C. Dean delivers resilient, secure, and innovative power and technology solutions through engineering expertise and smart systems integration.

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful change. Guided by our core values—agility, expertise, and trust—we foster a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment. At M.C. Dean, we are committed to building the next generation of technical leaders in electrical, engineering, and cybersecurity industries.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Continuous Improvement Leader with a proven track record in leading lean transformations. The ideal candidate will be passionate about driving continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of efficiency and innovation within our organization. As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in identifying areas for improvement, implementing lean methodologies, and driving sustainable change to enhance operational effectiveness and drive business growth.

• Drive end-to-end lean transformation projects, including planning, implementation, and evaluation phases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and develop comprehensive lean strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Analyze existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement lean methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Utilize tools such as value stream mapping, Kaizen events, and 5S to drive process improvements.

• Act as a change agent to foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders at all levels to ensure buy-in and successful implementation of lean initiatives.

• Develop and deliver training programs on lean principles, tools, and techniques to build capability and empower employees to drive improvement at all levels of the organization.

• Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives. Monitor progress and track performance metrics.

• Stay abreast of industry best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies related to lean methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Apply insights to refine existing processes and drive innovation within the organization.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience (10 plus years) leading lean transformations in a manufacturing, supply chain, or service industry environment.
• Strong understanding of lean principles, including value stream mapping, Kaizen, 5S, visual management, and waste reduction techniques.
• Demonstrated expertise in change management, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop data-driven solutions.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.

• Exposure to computer screens for an extended period of time.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.
• Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction.
• Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard.
• Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Identify and understand the speech of another person.