Continuous Improvement Team Lead
Entrematic (Amarr) · Lawrence, Kansas, United States ·
- Seniority
- Lead
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Experience
- 3+ years
Position Summary:
The Continuous Improvement (CI) Team Lead reports directly to the Director of Continuous Improvement and is responsible for leading the execution, sustainment, and governance of Continuous Improvement initiatives within the Lawrence and Shawnee operations.
The CI Team Lead supervises Continuous Improvement Specialists and Training Coordinators while partnering with Operations, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, and Leadership teams to drive Operational Excellence (OPEX).
Essential Functions:
Lead, coach, and develop Continuous Improvement Specialists and Training Coordinators. Direct and facilitate Lean improvement activities utilizing Kaizen, 5S, Gemba, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, Time Studies, PFMEA/FMEA, and Root Cause Analysis. Prioritize improvement opportunities through SQDCM metrics, KPI performance, operational trends, and business objectives. Partner with operations leadership to drive execution of Continuous Improvement projects and sustainable business results. Monitor KPI performance and process health while supporting Management Operating Systems (MOS), 3-in-1 processes, and Operational Excellence initiatives. Lead operational troubleshooting efforts through structured problem solving and data-driven decision making. Develop and maintain visual management systems, standard work, audit processes, and sustainment mechanisms. Conduct process audits and compliance reviews to verify adherence to standards and effectiveness of corrective actions. Support onboarding, certification, and development programs for Continuous Improvement personnel and operational leaders. Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Lean tools, Operational Excellence methodologies, and Continuous Improvement systems.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required; Black Belt certification preferred. 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, continuous improvement, or operational excellence environments. Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience managing teams, projects, or operational improvement initiatives. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and driving measurable improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale (SQDCM) metrics. Proven experience developing and implementing Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, and change management initiatives. Experience supervising and developing employees performing Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Training, or Manufacturing Support activities. Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and employee development skills with demonstrated ability to drive sustainable business results. Experience utilizing KPI management systems, visual management tools, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Power BI, ERP systems, business intelligence reporting, and data analysis tools.
Physical Requirements:
Light office activities and duties. Frequent walking and standing for extended periods within manufacturing and warehouse environments. Frequent participation in Gemba walks, process observations, audits, and training activities throughout the facility. Occasional material inspections and occasional lifting up to 75 lbs. Ability to work effectively in manufacturing, warehouse, and office environments.