Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

Headquartered in downtown Chicago and supported by a nationwide network of service shops, our client is strongly positioned for long-term success. As a leading provider of freight and tank car solutions, they deliver essential products, maintenance, and services to customers across the globe. Their strong year-over-year growth reflects both their rapid expansion and their critical role in keeping customer operations running efficiently.

Job Description

Lead projects supporting strategic goals in the form of capital projects, 5S implementation and more. Lead all Kaizen / Lean activities to drive change operationally with sustainable results. Utilize and gather data from site level operations to make informed decisions and implement them globally. Educate and train the business on problem-solving goals through workshops and site visits. Review, manage, and improve key business metrics surrounding quality, safety, delivery and cost reduction. Transform and optimize daily operations both at corporate and at the site / shop level.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Bachelors Degree or higher required - in technical field (Operations Management, Engineering, etc). 5+ years of leadership experience within CI / Lean, multi-site preferred. Experience managing and improving safety, quality, delivery and cost metrics. Project Management experience required, PMP certification a plus. Six Sigma Certification required, Green Belt minimum. Proven track record of creating and implementing CI / Lean programs, with data / metrics to back it up. Vast ERP and data systems experience - COGNOS and ETO strongly preferred. Willingness to travel up to 35%. Engaging and driven thought leader - ability to train and be trained.

What's on Offer

Salary up to $130,000. Yearly bonus over 15%. Pension plan - vetted after 3 years. 401k plan with match. PTO, Personal Leave, Sick Time. Volunteer opportunities. Life and Disability coverage. BCBS Health Insurance, several options. Paid company holidays and floating holidays. More!