Continuous Improvement Manager - East Lansing Area
pivot groupEast Lansing, MI
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Continuous Improvement Manager - East Lansing Area
pivot groupEast Lansing, MI
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Job Description: Continuous Improvement Manager | East Lansing, MI
Salary Range: $95,000 - $142,000 depending on experience
Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the East Lansing area seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers to drive results. We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out. This posting covers Continuous Improvement Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around East Lansing in Clinton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Okemos, Haslett, Perry, and Laingsburg.
The Opportunity:
We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the East Lansing region seeking Continuous Improvement Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.
Usual Responsibilities:
Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
Map current processes and identify waste and bottlenecks.
Facilitate kaizen events with production and support teams.
Track key performance indicators and report progress to leadership.
Train supervisors and operators in lean tools and methods.
Standardize work instructions and best practices across shifts.
Support root cause analysis for recurring quality and downtime issues.
Coordinate improvement plans with maintenance and engineering.
Recommended Qualifications:
Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or related field.
Three to five years of lean manufacturing experience.
Hands-on knowledge of kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis.
Strong data analysis and spreadsheet skills.
Experience leading cross-functional project teams.
Clear written and verbal communication with hourly and salaried staff.
Bonus Qualifications:
Experience with ERP or manufacturing execution systems.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience in high-volume or automotive manufacturing.
Familiarity with statistical process control.
Project management certification.
Job Titles That Should Apply:
- Quality Improvement Manager, Operations Improvement Specialist, Kaizen Manager, Lean Manufacturing Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Coordinator, Manufacturing Process Engineer
- Work Authorization
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network:
The Pivot Group Network 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. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.
Required Skills:
- Resume5SDataOffersKaizenLean Six Sigma
- SupportDrivingOrganizationOperational Excellence
- Six Sigma
- Process Optimization
- OperationsWasteBusiness Process
- Key Performance Indicators
- SalaryHiringPartnershipsRecruitingProcess Improvement
- CompensationOperational Efficiency
- Continuous Improvement
- OptimizationManufacturingIntegrationAdministrationPreparationEngineeringBusinessLeadershipSalary Package:$ 95,000.00 - 142,000.00 (US Dollar)
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$95,000 - $142,000 per year
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Manager
Location
East Lansing, MI
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