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Continuous Improvement Leader - Ann Arbor Area

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Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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Continuous Improvement Leader | Ann Arbor, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $128,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling as a continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We collaborate with leading companies in the Ann Arbor area seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Leaders.

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 Leader opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Ann Arbor in Washtenaw County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Whitmore Lake, Ypsilanti, Saline, and Belleville.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Ann Arbor area that seek Continuous Improvement Leaders. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

  • Coordinate improvement priorities with quality and maintenance teams.
  • Document process changes and verify that gains are sustained.
  • Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
  • Facilitate kaizen events and root cause analysis sessions.
  • Track key performance indicators and report progress to plant leadership.
  • Coach supervisors and operators on lean tools and standard work.
  • Identify waste and develop action plans to reduce it.
  • Support 5S, value stream mapping, and visual management efforts.

Recommended Qualifications

  • Experience leading cross functional project teams.
  • Clear written and verbal communication with hourly and salaried staff.
  • Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or a related field.
  • Three or more years of manufacturing experience in a lean environment.
  • Hands-on knowledge of lean tools such as kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.
  • Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience in automotive, food, or other high volume production.
  • Familiarity with statistical process control and Minitab.
  • Prior supervisory or team lead experience.
  • Training or facilitation certification.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Operational Excellence Specialist, Kaizen Facilitator, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Process Improvement Specialist, Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Coordinator, Industrial 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.

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