Manager of Continuous Improvement

**Key Responsibilities** * Lead and drive a culture of Lean and continuous improvement across the Lakeland and FPT business. * Develop and execute site-level RCI strategies aligned with operational goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People. * Lead CI planning, training, and value stream initiatives to improve productivity, eliminate waste, and deliver measurable business results. * Partner with site leadership to identify improvement opportunities and quantify cost savings and performance gains. * Facilitate Kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles, structured problem-solving, and standardized work. * Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor continuous improvement progress and ensure sustainability. * Promote the sharing and replication of best practices across both Lakeland and FPT locations. * Drive organizational change by building capability at all levels and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning. **Education** * **Required:** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience * **Preferred:** Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field **Skills & Experience** **Required:** * 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment * Strong Lean manufacturing expertise, including coaching, training, and deployment of CI strategies * Proven success leading continuous improvement initiatives and Lean transformations * Formal Lean certification (Lean Engineer, Black Belt, or equivalent) * Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and sustain improvements * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on business results * Proficiency in Microsoft Office **Preferred:** * 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering * Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement disciplines **Travel Requirement** * This role supports both the Lakeland and FPT business and requires approximately **50% travel** between locations.