Partner with the Director of Continuous Improvement to deploy the company’s Lean operating model, management systems, and lean processes across all areas of the McGregor facility.
Facilitate kaizen events, value stream mapping, and problem-solving workshops to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Coach site leaders and functional teams in Lean tools and mindset to build ownership and accountability at every level.
Support the design and execution of improvement roadmaps that align with business strategy and site-level goals.
Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of capital projects, including concept development, justification, budgeting, execution, and commissioning.
Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to prioritize investments based on ROI, safety improvement, and throughput enhancement.
Ensure that all Capex initiatives incorporate Lean design principles to maximize efficiency and eliminate waste.
Maintain a consolidated Capex tracker, status reports, and communication cadence for leadership visibility.
Coordinate vendor selection, bid for project work, project risk assessments, and post-installation evaluations to ensure performance validation and standardization.
Act as a central liaison between site leadership, operations, engineering, and finance to align improvement efforts with business objectives.
Support the Director of Continuous Improvement in aligning the annual operating plan, strategic initiatives, and capital planning cycles.
Standardize best practices and share learnings across sites to drive consistency in execution and results.
Ensure data-driven decision making through accurate tracking of savings, project progress, and performance metrics.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or Operations Management
Or Equivalent experience in manufacturing or operations, continuous improvement, Lean, or project management roles
Proven success applying Lean principles to improve process performance and operational results
Strong knowledge of Lean tools (VSM, 5/6S, Problem Solving, Standard Work, Visual Management, Kaizen, etc.)
Proficiency in project management
Solid financial understanding for capital justification and ROI analysis
Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to work across multiple sites or functions while balancing strategic and tactical priorities.
Benefits
Free HSA health plan or traditional PPO
401(k) with generous company match (Safe Harbor)
Dental, vision, and optional coverage like accident & critical illness insurance
HSA and FSA accounts to save on healthcare costs
Company-paid Life, Long Term Disability, and AD&D insurance
Confidential support for mental health, family matters, legal concerns, and more through our Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on gyms, shopping & entertainment
Health benefits kick in fast – first of the month after 30 days