Continuous Improvement Manager



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Manufacturing and Operations

Fort Atkinson, WI

ID: 1162

Full-Time/Regular

Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering, the Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading the identification and implementation of cost savings opportunities throughout the business. Additionally, this role is responsible for establishing and fostering a continuous improvement culture throughout the company. This position is also responsible for the Continuous Improvement Team’s overall performance and has managerial responsibilities including employee development, employee performance, process documentation, department metrics, and company policy enforcement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (THE WHAT)

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary.

• Analyze manufacturing processes and product designs to identify cost savings opportunities.
• Create and manage a pipeline of continuous improvement opportunities.
• Implement improvements that lead to increased efficiency, cost reduction, and increased productivity.
• Achieve annual continuous improvement cost savings targets.
• Monitor improvements after implementation to ensure long-term success.
• Develop and maintain continuous improvement metrics to track results.
• Report continuous improvement metrics to stakeholders and management.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the company.
• Collaborate closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and other areas of business.
• Lead and manage the Continuous Improvement team to ensure work is completed accurately and on time.
• Set team goals and priorities, review resource requirements, and monitor workloads.
• Evaluate, develop, improve, and document the processes the Continuous Improvement team uses to complete their work.
• Develop and manage the Continuous Improvement department budget.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience leading engineering or technical teams.
• At least 5 years’ experience in the design or manufacturing of sheet metal fabrications.
• Strong project management skills and experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, develop, and hold team members accountable.
• Must be able to accomplish work through other people and other functional departments.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Working knowledge of business enterprise software (ERP). Experience with IFS Applications preferred.
• Experience with 3D CAD software. Creo or SolidWorks preferred.
• Solid PC and software capabilities, including experience with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication, organizational, record-keeping, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to concurrently manage multiple projects under time restrictions with accurate and complete results.
• High levels of understanding and respect for other company functions and the ability to work collaboratively and productively with them.
• Understanding of Spacesaver business processes and capabilities preferred.
• Travel up to 15% of the time.
  
  

To learn more about us, visit our website! www.spacesaver.com

Spacesaver is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

If you are a person with disabilities needing assistance with the application process, please email hrdepartment@spacesaver.com or call 800-255-8170.

Required Experience

Are our values a match?

• No one succeeds alone: Spacesaver fosters a family-oriented environment where every team member contributes, communicates, and is encouraged to grow. Respect is shown through actions, not just slogans
• Be productive with purpose: By focusing on safety, accuracy, and quality, Spacesaver aims to be engaged, nimble, and responsive to an ever-changing environment. Collaboration across the business ensures effectiveness and efficiency
• Innovate, wild ideas are highly encouraged: Team members are empowered to think creatively, simplify complex processes, challenge the status quo, and take ownership to make innovative ideas happen
• Understand the world through your customer’s eyes: Spacesaver emphasizes the importance of understanding customer needs and perspectives to provide exceptional service and solutions
• Run it like you own it, because you do! Team members are encouraged to take ownership of their work and responsibilities, contributing to the company's success as if they were owners