What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Manager position at Ajulia Executive Search?
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a plant-wide continuous improvement strategy aligned with corporate goals, using tools like Hoshin‑Kanri to set direction and communicate priorities
- Lead and mentor teams in continuous improvement practices, promoting standard work, Kaizen projects, and employee-driven suggestions to strengthen engagement
- Build, prioritize, and manage the improvement project portfolio—including CI initiatives and local CAPEX—ensuring projects close on time and deliver measurable results
- Assess manufacturing and operational processes, reinforce Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies, and ensure proper implementation of all CI systems and tools
- Track and validate KPIs with relevant departments, maintain visual management boards, and regularly report progress and recommendations to senior leadership.
- Drive cultural adoption of continuous improvement through training, workshops, and cross-functional collaboration, influencing stakeholders without direct supervisory authority while meeting all food safety and quality requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience working in a continuous improvement role
- Certification in continuous improvement methods such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean Master, or equivalent
- Strong leadership abilities with effective team management skills
- Ability to speak conversational French is a plus.
Salary: $135k - $155k
Ask for: Aarti Manchanda
Salary : $135,000 - $155,000