MW Industries

Continuous Improvement Leader

MW Industries • $95K — $115K *
Greer, SC 29651In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of manufacturing or operations experience, specifically in Lean or continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated success in leading Lean transformation initiatives.
  • Proficiency in facilitating Kaizen events and process improvement projects.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and operational metrics.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with site leadership to assess operational performance and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, and cost management.
  • Facilitate workshops and problem-solving activities to drive continuous improvement.
  • Collaborate with Automation Engineers to enhance productivity through process improvement.
  • Develop and execute operational improvement roadmaps tailored to each site.
  • Drive standardization of best practices across multiple facilities.
  • Analyze performance data to identify trends and bottlenecks, proposing actionable solutions.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Supportive work culture emphasizing accountability and employee engagement.
  • Engagement in diverse and challenging projects across multiple manufacturing sites.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • 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.


SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
  • Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
  • Excellent facilitation and workshop leadership skills.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
  • Proven ability to lead organizational change and influence without direct authority.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong business acumen with the ability to connect operational improvements to financial results.
  • Effective project management and prioritization skills.
  • 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.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
  • 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.
  • Experience working directly with plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to travel extensively to support multiple manufacturing locations.

Desired
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt required; Black Belt preferred).
  • Experience in multi-site manufacturing environments.
  • Experience supporting automation
  • Experience implementing operational management systems and KPI scorecards.
  • Prior leadership or management experience.


About MW Industries

MW Industries is a leading manufacturer of springs, fasteners, and precision machined components. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and telecommunications. MW Industries has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the industry.
Learn more about MW Industries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1973
* Ladders Estimates

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