Continuous Improvement Manager

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager is an individual contributor responsible for driving measurable improvements across the entire value stream, from order receipt through planning, supply chain, manufacturing, and distribution. Drawing on experience in continuous improvement and a solid
technical foundation (ideally in industrial or related engineering), this role uses Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to enhance quality, reduce waste, increase efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction.
Working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, the CI Specialist leads analysis, facilitates kaizen events, and implements sustainable changes aligned with Business Unit (BU) and company strategy. This role plays a key part in embedding a culture of operational excellence and ensuring continuous improvement becomes part of daily operations.

This role requires an active, hands-on presence on the production floor, providing primary support to the Boise, ID; Albuquerque, NM; and Everett, WA business units across the region. Monthly travel will be required.

• Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to foster a Lean culture using tools such as SMED, Standard Work, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Develop and maintain a CI roadmap tied to strategic business objectives; facilitate kaizen events and ensure follow-through.
• Lead and support cost-reduction, waste-elimination, and process control initiatives.
• Train, coach, and mentor employees in Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making.
• Promote the use of visual management to drive problem-solving and performance tracking.
• Collaborate with teams to support the development and stabilization of new products and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in the Global Continuous Improvement team, sharing best practices across business units.
• Track and report improvement results, ensuring alignment with company goals.

• As part of our International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements, U.S. companies may not release or grant access to controlled technology or technical data to certain foreign nationals or other designated entities and individuals on U.S. Government restricted party lists. All successful applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of continuous improvement leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5-8 years working in Lean manufacturing environments. Skills Required • A&D/EMS industry experience strongly preferred.
• Proven success in leading multiple kaizen events and projects with measurable, sustained outcomes.
• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and techniques, including Value Stream Mapping, SMED, Kanban, 5S, Poka-Yoke, Standard Work, and Total Productive Maintenance.
• Intermediate to advance skills in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Skilled in data collection, analysis, and process improvement. • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Effective at influencing and building relationships across all levels.
• Hands-on approach with a willingness to spend significant time on the production floor.