Continuous Improvement Manager Ludington Area

Continuous Improvement Manager Ludington MI

Salary Range: $87000 - $133000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Ludington seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Ludington region seeking Continuous Improvement Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidatesnot just resumes. By joining our network you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage continuous improvement initiatives (e.g. Lean Six Sigma Kaizen) across manufacturing operations.
• Identify and analyze process inefficiencies waste and bottlenecks to develop actionable improvement plans.
• Train mentor and coach employees at all levels on continuous improvement methodologies and tools.
• Develop implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the effectiveness and sustainability of improvement projects.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams and workshops to solve complex operational problems and drive root cause analysis.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement problem-solving and operational excellence throughout the organization.
• Standardize best practices and ensure their consistent application across different manufacturing lines or sites.

Recommended Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in continuous improvement roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) or Master Black Belt (CSSMBB).
• Proven expertise in Lean methodologies (e.g. Value Stream Mapping 5S Kaizen) and their practical application.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successfully leading and implementing CI initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities including proficiency in statistical analysis tools.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Operations Management or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Proficiency with Business Intelligence (BI) tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau) for advanced data visualization and dashboarding.
• Experience applying Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT AI automation) to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Certification or significant experience with Theory of Constraints (TOC) methodology.
• Experience utilizing process simulation software (e.g. Arena FlexSim) for optimization modeling.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Lead Process Improvement Manager Operational Excellence Manager Lean Six Sigma Manager Business Process Improvement Manager CI Manager Process Excellence Manager Performance Improvement Manager Lean Manager Six Sigma Manager Business Improvement Manager Operations 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.