Continuous Improvement Manager

NR Consulting is currently seeking a highly motivated Continuous Improvement Manager for an opportunity in Rock Hill, SC – Onsite!

Position Title: Continuous Improvement Manager

Location: Rock Hill, SC – Onsite

Anticipated Start Date: 11/10/2025.

Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. NR consulting will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.

Job Type: Fulltime Permanent Role/Direct Hire

Salary Range: $80k - $120k/annum plus benefits

Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).

Job Description:

Join a leading manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. As the Continuous Improvement Leader, you’ll play a key role in driving enterprise-wide process improvement, efficiency, and cost savings initiatives. This is a high-impact position for a results-driven leader passionate about Lean methodologies and Six Sigma excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the company’s Strategy Deployment (Hoshin Planning) process at corporate and site levels.
• Facilitate Value Stream & Value Chain Mapping to identify improvement opportunities and training needs.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functions to prioritize and execute Lean & Six Sigma projects.
• Develop and manage Lean & Six Sigma training plans and certification programs across all belt levels.
• Lead high-impact Black Belt projects (>$500K/project) aligned with strategic goals.
• Champion the deployment of the company’s Production System (SPS) and drive performance KPIs across the enterprise.
• Coach and mentor Green Belts and project teams to ensure timely completion and certification success.
• Support Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action (CA) using PK, A3, and Apollo methodologies.
• Collaborate with IT and other departments to develop intelligent dashboards and data tracking systems for continuous improvement metrics.
• Benchmark internal and external best practices to advance Lean & Six Sigma maturity.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience.
• 7 years in Process Improvement, Quality, or Operational Excellence roles.
• 5 years working within a strong Lean & Six Sigma culture.
• 3 years managing large-scale, cross-functional projects.
• Proven success influencing teams in a matrixed environment.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma DMAIC, PDCA, A3, and Hoshin Planning methodologies.
• Proficiency in Minitab, Power BI, Microsoft Office, and data analytics tools.
• Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Certification and/or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt Certification.
• PMP or Prince2 Project Management certification.

About NR Consulting

Founded in 2005, NR Consulting is a leading global provider of workforce solutions, technology services, and recruitment strategy, trusted by Fortune 500 and mid-sized organizations across North America, Europe, and Asia. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, with a Global Delivery Center in India, NR Consulting partners with clients to drive innovation, accelerate business outcomes, and deliver scalable talent solutions across industries such as engineering, information technology, energy, life sciences, and manufacturing.

With a strong belief in the power of people and performance, NR Consulting has built a reputation for excellence in direct hire, contract staffing, and project-based consulting. Our commitment to integrity, diversity, and client success has enabled us to consistently deliver top-tier professionals who help businesses achieve their strategic and operational goals.

Guided by our core values — People First, Accountability, Excellence, and Partnership — we take pride in fostering long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike. Our multicultural teams work collaboratively across geographies to provide agile, high-quality, and results-driven solutions that make a measurable difference.

NR Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.