Facility Transformation CI Manager

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do :

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Bradley is a leader in commercial washrooms and safety solutions. Celebrating over 100 years in business, we take pride in our work as a US manufacturer. With a culture focused on innovation, quality, and family, you will know your colleagues on a first-name basis in a friendly yet professional environment where your voice matters.

Scope of Position

This highly motivated individual, as part of the Manufacturing team, will be responsible for leading initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and productivity across the organization. This role focuses on identifying process inefficiencies, implementing Lean and other improvement methodologies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

This position is responsible for supervision of the Continuous Improvement team. This position reports to Director of Operations.

This role is onsite and is based in Menomonee Falls, WI.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify and prioritize key process improvements that align with the organization's strategic objectives and support its continuous improvement initiatives.
• Champion the implementation of Lean principles and practices, including Lean Daily Management, to drive continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Understand the capabilities and strengths of individual team members and assign them projects that align with their skill sets to ensure optimal performance and development.
• Develop the talents and skills of team members through coaching, mentoring, and training opportunities to improve their capabilities and enhance their contribution to the team and organization.
• Develop and implement process improvement strategies that reduce waste, improve quality, and increase efficiency.
• Develop systems that promote standardization, scalability, and sustainability for business processes.
• Collaborate with department leaders to align improvement initiatives with business goals.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of improvement initiatives using KPIs and dashboards.
• Facilitate cross-functional VSM's to identify process improvement opportunities, leverage team members' expertise, and foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across the organization to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by management.
• Responsibility directly tied to Watts Value (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

General Applicable Company Competencies

Working Conditions :

While performing the job duties, you will be working on-site at a manufacturing facility and will perform the majority of your duties in a manufacturing environment. You will be required to wear the appropriate personal protective equipment. You will be required to work in the office at the Menomonee Falls, WI location (Monday - Friday). Your scheduled work hours will be communicated to you by your manager.

Physical Requirements : Specific physical abilities required for this position include, but are not limited to :

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, and working hours / conditions to this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice, and for any lawful reason.

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Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.