Continuous Improvement Manager Otsego Area

Continuous Improvement Manager Otsego MI

Salary Range: $94000 - $141000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Otsego seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Otsego that are adding Continuous Improvement Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage continuous improvement projects across manufacturing operations.
• Develop implement and sustain Lean Six Sigma and other CI methodologies.
• Identify process inefficiencies waste and bottlenecks through data analysis and observation.
• Train coach and mentor employees at all levels on CI principles and tools.
• Establish metrics track performance and report on the ROI of CI initiatives.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving throughout the organization.
• Standardize processes and best practices to ensure sustainable gains.

Recommended Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification (or equivalent demonstrated expertise).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven proficiency in applying Lean methodologies (e.g. Value Stream Mapping Kaizen 5S SMED) and statistical process control.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills with experience leveraging data to drive impactful change.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Operations Management or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced CI methodologies such as Shingo Model Theory of Constraints or Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) beyond basic implementation.
• Proficiency in advanced data analytics tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau Python/R) for process optimization and predictive insights.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Demonstrated experience integrating digital transformation initiatives (e.g. IoT automation) with continuous improvement efforts.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Improvement Manager Operational Excellence Manager Lean Six Sigma Manager Business Process Improvement Manager CI Lead Process Optimization Manager Performance Improvement Manager Efficiency Manager Quality & Continuous Improvement Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute Compensation Culture and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your searchmarket insights resume feedback and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.