Continuous Improvement Project Manager

ect Leadership:** Lead and facilitate continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other relevant tools.

• Team Management: Manage project teams, defining project scope, developing timelines, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

• Training & Coaching: Provide training and coaching to employees at all levels on continuous improvement principles, methodologies, and tools.

• Performance Monitoring: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact and effectiveness of improvement initiatives.

• Standardization: Develop and maintain standardized processes, documentation, and best practices.

• Communication Facilitation: Facilitate communication and collaboration across departments to ensure buy-in and support for improvement efforts.

• Trend Monitoring: Monitor industry trends and best practices in continuous improvement and recommend adoption where appropriate.

• Reporting: Report on the progress and outcomes of continuous improvement programs to senior management.

• Culture Promotion: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and empower employees to identify and implement enhancements.

Qualifications

Competencies

Technical/Functional Competencies

• Continuous Improvement Methodologies: Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred), Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and Root Cause Analysis.

• Project Management Skills: Strong ability to plan, organize, execute, and monitor projects. Familiarity with project management software is a plus.

• Data Analysis: Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data to identify trends and make data-driven decisions.

• Process Mapping: Skill in visually representing processes (e.g., SIPOC, value stream maps) and identifying areas for optimization.

• Change Management: Understanding of change management principles to effectively support organizational initiatives.

• Performance Measurement: Ability to define relevant KPIs and develop systems for tracking performance improvements.

• Training Skills: Ability to design and deliver effective training programs on continuous improvement methodologies.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills for identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.

Soft/Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate ideas and present findings.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and build strong working relationships.

• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to align continuous improvement initiatives with organizational strategy.

• Results-Oriented: Focus on achieving measurable results and driving performance improvements.

• Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Initiative: Identifying opportunities for improvement and taking independent action.

• Coaching: Ability to guide and develop others in continuous improvement principles.

• Customer Focus: Understanding of internal and external customer needs to enhance customer value.

Experience Needed

• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in continuous improvement roles with increasing responsibility.

• Proven experience leading and managing continuous improvement projects with measurable results.

• Practical experience applying Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies.

• Experience in developing and delivering training on continuous improvement concepts.

• Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration.

• Experience in change management and implementing organizational changes.

• Industry-specific experience is beneficial, depending on the organization's sector.

• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.

Educational Background

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field is typically required.

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) is highly desirable.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an advantage.

Schedule: Full-time
Req: 009FY9