Continuous Improvement Leader

Bloomingdale, Illinois Permanent USD140,000 - USD170,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Leader drives operational excellence across multiple manufacturing facilities by leading Lean initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and efficiency. Working closely with site leadership, this role identifies improvement opportunities, implements sustainable process enhancements, and helps build a culture of continuous improvement that delivers measurable business results.
  • Remote Position
  • Strong Compensation, unlimited PTO, 4% 401k match, and tuition assistance

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered metal components and custom solutions for a diverse range of industrial applications. With advanced manufacturing capabilities, a strong focus on quality, and a commitment to continuous improvement, they serve customers across multiple markets throughout North America. The organization combines decades of industry expertise with modern production technologies to deliver reliable, high-performance products. Employees enjoy a collaborative environment that values innovation, operational excellence, and professional growth.

Job Description

  • Partner with General Managers and site leadership teams to evaluate operational performance and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee engagement.
  • Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping exercises, process improvement workshops, and problem-solving activities.
  • Work alongside the Automation Engineer to identify opportunities where process improvements and automation solutions can improve productivity and reduce labor content.
  • Support the development and execution of site-specific operational improvement roadmaps.
  • Drive standardization of best practices, work methods, and operational processes across facilities.
  • Analyze operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Coach and mentor plant leadership teams on Lean principles, problem-solving methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
  • Implement and sustain Lean systems including, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kaizen, etc.
  • Establish measurable improvement targets and track project results.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to execute improvement projects and ensure sustainability of gains achieved.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  • Support integration and replication of successful improvements across multiple locations.
  • Ensure all improvement initiatives align with safety, quality, and operational objectives.
  • Prepare and present progress updates, project results, and performance metrics to senior leadership.
  • REMOTE ROLE - ~10-20% "travel" to Addison Fastener and other MW Fastener sites in North America.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • MUST HAVE: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering.
  • 7+ years of manufacturing, operations, Lean, or continuous improvement experience.
  • Demonstrated success leading Lean transformation or operational excellence initiatives.
  • Experience facilitating Kaizen events and process improvement projects.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, labor productivity, quality systems, and operational metrics.
  • Ability to travel extensively to support multiple manufacturing locations.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt required; Higher preferred).
  • Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting automation
  • Experience implementing operational management systems and KPI scorecards.
  • Prior leadership or management experience.


  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.


  • Proven ability to lead organizational change and influence without direct authority.


  • Ability to coach leaders and frontline teams through process and cultural transformation.


  • Experience developing and implementing sustainable operating systems.


  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Power BI, and data analysis tools.

What's on Offer

  • Comp: $140,000 - $170,000 Base salary.
  • 20% Bonus Opportunity
  • Unlimited PTO
  • 401k match - 4%
  • Tuition assistance



Contact
Collin Patrick Walsh
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7108777

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Bloomingdale
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Collin Patrick Walsh
Job Reference
JN-092026-7108777
Job Nature
Hybrid working
 

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