What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Leader position at Vontier?
Purpose of Position
Drive Continuous Improvement through Lean Leadership at Veeder-Root. Lead the strategic deployment and execution of the Vontier Business System (VBS) our framework for continuous improvement—across Veeder-Root.
This role is centered on embedding lean manufacturing principles and fostering a culture of operational excellence throughout our manufacturing and transactional processes. By leveraging lean methodologies and leading Kaizen-driven improvements, you will enhance manufacturing operations and drive sustained progress across a wide range of processes.
Your leadership will be key in cultivating a culture where continuous improvement is embraced at every level—empowering associates to take initiative, solve problems collaboratively, and integrate VBS into their everyday work. This cultural transformation will fuel innovation, strengthen accountability, and position Veeder-Root for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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Who Is Gilbarco Veeder-root
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.
Who Is Vontier
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com.
At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.
Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.
Join our community of passionate people who work together to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone-we are dedicated to equipping you with the tools and support needed to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.
Together, let’s enable the way the world moves!
"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."
Drive Continuous Improvement through Lean Leadership at Veeder-Root. Lead the strategic deployment and execution of the Vontier Business System (VBS) our framework for continuous improvement—across Veeder-Root.
This role is centered on embedding lean manufacturing principles and fostering a culture of operational excellence throughout our manufacturing and transactional processes. By leveraging lean methodologies and leading Kaizen-driven improvements, you will enhance manufacturing operations and drive sustained progress across a wide range of processes.
Your leadership will be key in cultivating a culture where continuous improvement is embraced at every level—empowering associates to take initiative, solve problems collaboratively, and integrate VBS into their everyday work. This cultural transformation will fuel innovation, strengthen accountability, and position Veeder-Root for long-term success.
Key Responsibilities
- Facilitate Kaizen Events: Lead engaging Kaizen events to empower & develop associates utilizing Vontier Business System (VBS) tools.
- Support Strategic Planning: Collaborate and coach on the development and execution of organizational Strategic and Policy Deployment Plans, ensuring effective implementation at all levels using appropriate VBS tools to meet our goals.
- Manage Kaizen Funnel: Be the driving force for Kaizen opportunities through Strategic and Policy Deployment, ensuring the organization effectively utilizes Kaizen methodologies to achieve its strategic objectives with measurable business results.
- Prepare for Kaizen Events: Organize and facilitate preparation meetings with leadership and Kaizen leaders to ensure alignment and readiness for successful Kaizen events.
- Challenge the Status Quo: Challenge the organizational leadership to promote continuous improvement, never accepting the status quo and always seeking process- focused improvements.
- Elevate Leadership through Expert Training and Coaching: Provide 1 on 1 training sessions that equip leadership & Associate VBS Leaders with a deep understanding of VBS tools and lean principles. Position yourself as an expert to significantly enhance the leadership team's impact on the organization and foster a robust culture of continuous improvement through the SME/Champion Program.
- Assess P&L for Kaizen Opportunities: Conduct a thorough analysis of Profit and Loss statements with key leaders to identify potential opportunities for the Kaizen funnel, driving targeted improvements that enhance financial performance.
- Establish Accountability: Create a culture of accountability to sustain operating principles and performance results, leveraging VBS tools to eliminate waste and improve processes.
- Collaborate with VBS Corporate Office: Maintain relationships with the VBS Corporate Office, keeping Veeder-Root updated on documentation, tool enhancements, and VBS activities.
- Onboard New Hires: Develop tailored onboarding plans for new hires in Operations, focusing on building a strong foundation in VBS and cultivating future VBS Champions.
- Seek Improvement Opportunities: Continuously identify and explore new opportunities for process enhancement and people development, driving innovation and excellence throughout the organization.
- Other: Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or a commensurate level of manufacturing related experience required.
- Industrial Engineering Degree preferred.
- Superior communication (written and verbal), meeting facilitation, and presentation skills required.
- Experience in effectively driving change required.
- Training assessment, development, delivery, and evaluation experience preferred.
- Knowledge of and experience in the Toyota Production System, Vontier Business System or other Continuous Improvement System preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products preferred.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
#findyourpath #fuelyourpassion
Who Is Gilbarco Veeder-root
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a Vontier company, is the worldwide technology leader for retail and commercial fueling operations, offering the broadest range of integrated solutions from the forecourt to the convenience store and head office. For over 150 years, Gilbarco has earned the trust of its customers by providing long-term partnership, uncompromising support, and proven reliability. Major product lines include fuel dispensers, tank gauges and fleet management systems.
Who Is Vontier
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves – delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company’s website at www.vontier.com.
At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.
Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.
Join our community of passionate people who work together to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone-we are dedicated to equipping you with the tools and support needed to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.
Together, let’s enable the way the world moves!
"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."
