Regional Continuous Improvement Leader (Fairmont MN)

Fairmont, MN • Minneapolis, MN • Milwaukee, WI • Chicago, IL

Full-time $130,000.00 - $150,000.00

Posted 04/21/2025

Regional Continuous Improvement Leader

No Remote - Relocate to Fairmont MN
Base Salary Range: $130k-$150k+ (PLUS BONUS)
50% Travel (Mid-West Region)
Specializes in Extrusion and Injection Molding Plastics Manufacturing
American Business Awards + Others!
80 years in business, 5800+ employees, publicly traded!

Position Overview
The Regional Continuous Improvement Leader is responsible for driving operational excellence within the manufacturing facilities across the region. This role focuses on implementing continuous improvement methodologies, optimizing processes, and fostering a culture of innovation and efficiency across all operations.

"Looking for motivated self-starters that can work with/through others to help work get done!"

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites.
Facilitate training sessions on Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies for staff at all levels.
Identify and analyze process inefficiencies and develop strategies to enhance productivity and quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices and reduce equipment downtime.
Utilize Kaizen and Kanban principles to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
Conduct regular audits to assess the effectiveness of improvement initiatives and revise strategies as necessary.
Engage with leadership to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and monitor progress towards operational goals.
Champion the use of SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die) techniques to improve changeover times and increase flexibility.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies, with a certification preferred.
Strong knowledge of TPS/TPM, Kaizen, Kanban, and SMED principles.
Demonstrated ability to launch and deploy lean principles (Greenfield)
Excellent analytical and practical problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing and engaging stakeholders/plant members at all levels.

Benefits

Great work environment
Base Salary Range: $130k-$150k+ (Depending on experience)
Generous PTO
Full Benefits
Career Advancement / Growth Opportunities
401k w/ match!
Annual Merit Increase
Plus more!

For this position you must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We do not sponsor for this position.

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Employees will receive paid leave to the extent required by state or local law. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 04/21/2025 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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