Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Location: Duluth, GA

Department: Admin

Reports to: President

Direct Reports: None

Type: Full-Time

Status: Exempt

Schedule: Hybrid (M-F: 3-4 days on-site, 1-2 days remote)

Salary: $115,000-$125,000 Bonus Eligible

About IPA

For over 30 years, IPA has led the market in automated solutions that help hospitals improve infection prevention and reduce costs through our scrubEx, alEx, and vendEx product lines. Trusted by healthcare systems nationwide, IPA combines innovation with measurable operational impact. Now, we are investing in building our marketing function to accelerate growth, strengthen customer relationships, and ensure our innovation pipeline continues to lead the industry.

The Role

Reporting to the company President, we’re seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager to lead enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency. This is a high-impact role where you’ll build and sustain IPA’s CI culture, driving measurable business performance through Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead IPA’s enterprise-wide CI strategy aligned with business objectives and operational excellence goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to embed a culture of continuous improvement across all functions.
• Lead structured problem-solving and Kaizen events focused on waste reduction, throughput, and safety.
• Leverage data-driven analysis to identify root causes and deliver sustainable performance gains.
• Coach and mentor teams to strengthen problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Measure and communicate CI outcomes through data visualization and success stories that connect improvement work to business results.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business (advanced degree preferred).
• 5 years of experience leading Continuous Improvement in manufacturing or operations.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent CI credential preferred.
• Deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies.
• Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Proven ability to influence, motivate, and engage cross-functional teams.

You’ll Excel If You:

• Thrive on solving complex problems and delivering measurable business results.
• Enjoy leading cross-functional projects and driving collaboration.
• Bring curiosity, creativity, and a data-driven mindset to every challenge.
• Can translate strategy into action with precision and follow-through.
• Lead with empathy, adaptability, and resilience in a culture of change.

What We Offer:

• The opportunity to shape IPA’s culture of operational excellence and drive enterprise-wide impact.
• A collaborative, mission-driven environment focused on innovation and performance.
• Competitive compensation, bonus eligibility, and comprehensive benefits.
• A hybrid work model that combines flexibility and in-person collaboration.
• Career growth opportunities within a company that values continuous learning and improvement.

Why Join IPA?:

At IPA, you're not just joining a company, you're joining a mission-driven, inclusive culture dedicated to improving infection prevention and operational efficiency in healthcare. We invest in our people with meaningful work, a collaborative environment, and benefits that support both your personal and professional success.

When you join IPA, you’ll enjoy:

• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: medical, dental, vision, and Telemedicine
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions, plus optional FSA plans
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match to support your retirement goals
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) own a piece of what you’re building
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued learning and development
• Paid parental leave for when your family grows

At IPA, we believe your career should be both meaningful and sustainable. If you're ready to make a real-world impact and grow with a company that invests in you, we’d love to meet you.

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