Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Description

As a pioneering leader in advanced separation technologies, Komline has established a global reputation for engineering excellence. Through our combination of innovative design, cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities, and decades of industry experience, we consistently deliver the highest quality equipment from our integrated manufacturing facilities. Serving our core markets of Water & Process, Agricultural & Renewables, and Industrials, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive separation solutions precisely tailored to our clients' requirements. With a strong track record of strategic growth and acquisitions, Komline continues to expand its solution portfolio and technical capabilities while maintaining our commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction.

The Continuous Improvement Manager will lead and drive Komline’s continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and productivity. This role involves identifying opportunities for process improvements, implementing best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the entire organization. The Continuous Improvement Manager in addition to creating the foundational roadmap and execution of lean best practices (Kaizen), will educate and train team members through a mixed strategy of instruction and hands-on best practices to drive immediate value execution, process mapping, and Kaizen implementation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Facilitate Komline Business System (KBS) principles and processes across Komline

Partner with Business Unit (BU) leadership on standardized KBS Implementation, documentation, templates, and etc to align BUs in a standard approach to KBS

Coordinate with BUs on their progress in implementing KBS as the system scales and matures over short- and long-term timeframes to align with business needs

Train and develop team members ranging from senior leadership to shop floor associates on lean process by means of Kaizen and continuous improvement

Lead rollout of Policy Deployment (Hoshin Kanri, X Matrix, True North, etc) as the business system matures to achieve breakthroughs for long-term strategy

Create sustainable and fit-for-purpose processes within Komline’s multi-site, large equipment manufacturing environment; create buy-in for lean manufacturing tools and culture

Lead central Kaizen funnel review and facilitate events on site. Assure effectiveness of Kaizens by accounting for proven sustainability of event results

Build a team of self-sufficient continuous improvement leaders at key operational sites to drive daily best practices and waste reduction

Hands on use of lean tools, bowlers, problem solving, and action plans

Report and quantify the impact of KBS and Komline’s lean and continuous improvement program

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in industrial engineering, supply chain, or a related field

At least five years previous experience in operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement

Knowledge and demonstration of Kaizen continuous improvement practices

Relevant certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and methodologies

Experience in problem-solving and root cause analysis

Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence both executives and shop floor associates

Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel

Ability to travel between 20-40%

Equal Opportunity Statement: Komline is an EEO Employer- M/F/Vets/Disabled

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