Regal Rexnord

Continuous Improvement Leader

Regal Rexnord • $90K — $120K *
Bowling Green, OH 43402In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or similar field.
  • 10 years of experience in manufacturing, with 5 years in Continuous Improvement.
  • Successful application of CI methodologies like Value Stream Mapping and Lean tools.
  • Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, with leadership capability.
  • Advanced analytical skills with tools such as Power BI and Excel.
  • Proven success in project leadership and cross-functional influence.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate to ensure a safe and compliant work environment with effective EHS practices.
  • Drive operational strategies aligned with business objectives and growth needs.
  • Assess processes to identify performance gaps and propose improvements.
  • Lead Lean process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce defects.
  • Prioritize and manage Continuous Improvement initiatives and projects.
  • Address complex business challenges using data-driven approaches.
  • Coach teams in process improvement and strengthen the CI culture.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses.
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
  • 401k plan with employer matching contributions.
  • Life insurance and accidental death coverage.
  • Paid leave options offered.
  • Tuition assistance for further education.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive growth-focused operational strategy and provide hands-on leadership to a cross-functional team. Reporting to the General Manager, this role supports the organization in achieving SQDC performance (safety, quality, delivery, and cost competitiveness) to enable both top-line growth and bottom-line profitability. This leader will be a key driver shaping long- and short-term strategic plans tied to the business unit's Targets to Improve (TTIs), deliver measurable improvements across key KPIs. This is a highly visible opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving sustainable results in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities
  • Partner with the EHS Manager to maintain a safe, compliant work environment and drive improvement in key EHS metrics.
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to understand business objectives, define future operational and growth needs, and implement plans to achieve them.
  • Provide subject-matter expertise by assessing processes across functions and identifying performance gaps and improvement opportunities.
  • Lead process improvements across the value stream using Lean concepts such as 5S, flow, standard work, visual management, replenishment systems, defect reduction, and effective daily management.
  • Manage the review and prioritization of improvement initiatives (Policy Deployment, CI Roadmap, Kaizens, projects, CI talent).
  • Identify and solve complex business challenges using a structured, fact-based, collaborative approach.
  • Apply strong business acumen to interpret key metrics and trends and convert strategic vision into clear, executable plans.
  • Coach teams in process improvement and support deployment of the Regal Business System, reinforcing a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Energize and engage the organization to advance long-term improvement initiatives while meeting current performance goals.
  • Contribute as part of the leadership team by shaping and communicating a future vision and building followership across the organization.
  • Analyze SQDCG and financial metrics to develop targeted improvement strategies.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least 5 years in a dedicated Continuous Improvement role.
  • Demonstrated success applying CI methodologies, including 80/20, Value Stream Mapping, 6S, Flow, Standard Work, Visual Management, and structured problem-solving.
  • Strong Lean and Six Sigma capability, with the ability to lead, teach, and drive adoption of CI tools across the organization.
  • Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in technical tools such as Power BI, Excel, and data-driven decision-making methods.
  • Proven project leadership experience, including planning, prioritization, execution, and cross-functional influence.


Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Paid Leaves
  • Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

All 29k+ associates at Regal Rexnord have a shared purpose: Create a better tomorrow by energy-efficiently converting power into motion. We are a leading, global manufacturer of airflow, motion control, power transmission, and power generation solutions used in commercial, industrial and residential settings. You may not know it, but Regal Rexnord impacts your life every day. Our products enable the fans in HVAC systems that keep us comfortable; the power source that keeps smart buildings running; the agricultural and food service equipment that keeps us fed; and the conveyor systems that keep e-commerce flowing. Regal Rexnord is comprised of four operating segments: Motion Control Solutions, Climate Solutions, Commercial Systems and Industrial Systems. Regal Rexnord is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and has manufacturing, sales, and service facilities worldwide.
Learn more about Regal Rexnord
Size
6,570 employees
Market Cap
$7.7 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$146.7 million
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
-5.7%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
NASDAQ
RXN
* Ladders Estimates

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