Manager, LEAN Continuous Improvement

TL;DR

Manager, LEAN Continuous Improvement: Lead development, implementation, and sustainment of LEAN methodologies across US Flow Control facilities with an accent on 5S, Kaizen, VSM, and structured problem-solving. Focus on facilitating workshops, coaching teams at all levels, analyzing performance data, and driving measurable operational improvements.

Location: Shrewsbury, MA (Hybrid)

Salary: $96k-128k annual

Company

Leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries with 19,000 professionals worldwide.

What you will do

• Develop and execute LEAN roadmap using 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, VSM, and other methodologies.
• Lead full-cycle 5S implementation, audits, and sustainment systems at plant level.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and CI workshops aligned with business priorities.
• Train and coach leaders and frontline employees on LEAN tools and problem-solving (A3, PDCA, DMAIC).
• Analyze operational data to identify waste, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects, track progress, and communicate results to leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years hands-on LEAN experience with 5S implementation in manufacturing/industrial environments
• Proven ability to lead Kaizen events and deliver measurable improvements
• Strong data analytics skills to extract, interpret, visualize operational data
• Experience with dashboards and tools like Excel, Power BI, Tableau
• Ability to collaborate with global and cross-functional teams

Culture & Benefits

• Dynamic environment valuing innovation, fast-paced work, and continual growth
• Team-oriented culture focused on customer success and learning
• Generous wage, 401k with company match, company-funded pension
• Background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen required