Continuous Improvement Leader - Kalamazoo Area

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Continuous Improvement Leader | Kalamazoo, MI Salary Range: $88,000 - $134,000 depending on experience Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Kalamazoo seeking skilled Continuous Improvement Leaders. The Opportunity We are working with companies in Kalamazoo that are adding Continuous Improvement Leaders to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies aligned with organizational goals. Lead and facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives across manufacturing operations. Identify process inefficiencies, waste reduction opportunities, and areas for productivity improvement. Train, coach, and mentor employees at all levels on CI principles, methodologies, and tools. Monitor, measure, and report on the progress and financial impact of continuous improvement projects. Drive the standardization of best practices and create a culture of continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable process changes and solutions. Recommended Qualifications Proven experience (5+ years) leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. Expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies, with a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred. Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex operational problems using data-driven approaches. Strong leadership and change management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive cultural adoption of CI practices. Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques relevant to process improvement (e.g., Minitab, statistical analysis). Bonus Qualifications Experience with Industry 4.0 technologies or digital transformation initiatives. Certification in Change Management (e.g., Prosci ADKAR). Proficiency in advanced data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Background in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) implementation. Experience leading CI initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Job Titles That Should Apply Continuous Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Leader, Operational Excellence Manager, Lean Six Sigma Manager, CI Specialist, Business Process Improvement Consultant, Process Optimization Lead, Efficiency Manager, Transformation Lead, Productivity Manager Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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