Stryker Corporation

Continuous Improvement Manager

Stryker Corporation$129K — $216K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years leading continuous improvement or project management in manufacturing.
  • 3+ years facilitating Lean tools like value stream mapping and Kaizen events.
  • 3+ years managing cross-functional projects throughout their lifecycle.
  • Experience in data analysis, time studies, and process performance evaluations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives from scope to implementation.
  • Facilitate value stream mapping and problem-solving to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
  • Manage project portfolio and track performance against commitments and timelines.
  • Conduct data analysis and capacity assessments to guide process optimization.
  • Coach teams on Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to foster continuous improvement.

Benefits

  • Work onsite with flexible hours.
  • Engage in cross-functional collaboration and leadership opportunities.
  • Support for professional development in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
Full Job Description
Work Flexibility: Onsite

Join Stryker in a role that combines continuous improvement leadership with project portfolio management to support operational excellence across the site. This position leads cross-functional initiatives, applies Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and manages strategic projects that align with business and manufacturing objectives. The role offers the opportunity to work across functions, drive process improvement activities, and support the advancement of a high-performing operational environment.

What You Will Do
  • Lead cross-functional continuous improvement and project management initiatives from scope definition through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Facilitate value stream mapping, Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and problem-solving activities to identify waste, improve process flow, and support productivity targets.
  • Manage the site project portfolio, track progress against commitments, and communicate performance through standardized project management processes.
  • Analyze operational and manufacturing data, conduct time studies, labor modeling, capacity assessments, and line balancing activities to support process optimization decisions.
  • Coach leaders and teams on Lean manufacturing principles, Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools while maintaining the site continuous improvement knowledge base and 12-month Kaizen roadmap.


What You Will Need

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience leading continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, or project management initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience facilitating Lean tools and methodologies, including value stream mapping, Kaizen events, standard work, and process flow improvement.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience managing cross-functional projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.
  • Experience conducting data analysis, time studies, productivity assessments, and process performance evaluations.


Preferred:
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent).
  • Experience coaching teams and leaders in DMAIC methodology and Lean Six Sigma problem-solving approaches.


United States of America Pay Ranges:

$129,800 - $216,400 USD Annual

Travel Percentage: 10%

About Stryker Corporation

Stryker Networks is a premier Information Technology partner providing IT managed services and database application development.

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Learn more about Stryker Corporation
Size
46,000 employees
Market Cap
$91.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+8.6%
Revenue
$14.3 billion
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