SummaryThe Continuous Improvement Senior Lead serves as an internal consultant and enterprise-wide Lean/CI expert, who leads enterprise deployment of Lean activities and supports global Lean operations in strengthening continuous improvement capabilities. This role operates as a change agent that utilizes Lean principles to drive operational excellence; coaches and instructs cross-functional teams to utilize Lean in daily work; and provides data-driven methods to optimize efficiency, minimize waste and reduce process defects. Partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, and Site Leadership, this position uses operational influence to drives measurable performance improvements and fosters a culture of operational excellence across the organization.
Responsibilities- Lead the full Lean cohort lifecycle, including design, delivery, coaching, and sustainment
- Provide hands-on Lean and CI coaching to engineering, manufacturing, and site leaders
- Act as an internal consultant to assess processes, identify improvement opportunities, and facilitate structured problem-solving
- Increase visibility and engagement for CI initiatives through effective communication and change leadership
- Establish governance standards for Lean deployment, change management, and continuous improvement project pipelines
- Partner with Operations and Engineering teams to embed Lean tools, behaviors, and practices into existing workflows
- Measure, track, and communicate Lean and CI performance across global sites
- Foster a culture of continuous learning, cross-functional collaboration, and operational discipline
Ideal Experience- 10+ years of experience in Lean, continuous improvement, or operational excellence
- 5+ years in leadership roles influencing cross-functional teams or multi-site operations
- Demonstrated experience in team mentorship coaching leaders and technical teams in Lean principles
- Proven success as an internal consultant or CI advisor supporting multi-site or global organizations
- Experience implementing governance structures and continuous improvement pipelines
- Strong proficiency in root cause analysis, statistical tools, value stream mapping, and facilitating cross-functional workshops
- Bachelor's degree or higher required
- Lean Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification
Recommended Degrees (Bachelor's or Master's)- Industrial Engineering
- Operations Management
- Business Administration
Desired Skills- Deep expertise in Lean methodologies, systems thinking, and CI frameworks
- Strong facilitation, consulting, and coaching capabilities
- Ability to influence without authority and build alignment across diverse stakeholders
- Analytical, data-driven mindset with the ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations
- Excellent communication, presentation, and change leadership skills
- Thrives in dynamic, global environments requiring adaptability and collaboration
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