Continuous Improvement Manager - Grandville Area

Continuous Improvement Manager | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $88,000 - $134,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Grandville seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Grandville seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Lean Six Sigma projects and Kaizen events across manufacturing operations.
• Identify, analyze, and prioritize process inefficiencies, waste, and bottlenecks.
• Develop, implement, and sustain continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., 5S, VSM, SMED).
• Train, coach, and mentor employees at all levels on CI principles and tools.
• Monitor, track, and report on the progress and financial impact of improvement initiatives.
• Foster a strong culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and achieve strategic goals.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in continuous improvement roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB) with a proven track record of leading and completing significant improvement projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, TPM).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in statistical analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and change management skills to effectively train, mentor, and influence all levels of the organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Master Black Belt certification.
• Proficiency with advanced data analytics and simulation software (e.g., Python, R, Arena, AnyLogic).
• Experience in financial modeling and cost accounting for CI project justification and ROI calculation.
• Demonstrated experience in formal change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci ADKAR).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Lean Six Sigma Manager, Lean Manager, Six Sigma Manager, Business Process Improvement Manager, Process Excellence Manager, Performance Improvement Manager, CI Lead, Continuous Improvement Specialist

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.