What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Manager position at Calvary Robotics?
Description
Calvary Robotics is a growing Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems for a variety of manufacturing industries. We are currently looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to support our future growth. This position will be responsible for evaluating and enhancing the operational processes across various departments. This individual will analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and collaborate with department leaders to develop and implement strategies for improving productivity, reducing costs, and optimizing performance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in process improvement methodologies, possess excellent communication skills, and be a proactive problem solver.
Key Responsibilities
Up to 130,000 annually
Calvary Robotics is a growing Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems for a variety of manufacturing industries. We are currently looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to support our future growth. This position will be responsible for evaluating and enhancing the operational processes across various departments. This individual will analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and collaborate with department leaders to develop and implement strategies for improving productivity, reducing costs, and optimizing performance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in process improvement methodologies, possess excellent communication skills, and be a proactive problem solver.
Key Responsibilities
- Process Analysis & Improvement: Conduct regular assessments of departmental processes to identify opportunities for improvement. Analyze current workflows, identify bottlenecks, and design more efficient methodologies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with department leaders and key stakeholders to understand specific challenges and develop targeted improvement plans. Foster a collaborative approach to process optimization across teams.
- Strategy Development: Design, implement, and monitor continuous improvement strategies, focusing on quality enhancement, cost reduction, and streamlined operations.
- Training & Support: Lead training sessions and workshops for team members on process improvement techniques, lean methodologies, and best practices. Provide ongoing support as departments adopt new processes.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data and performance metrics to identify trends, monitor progress, and measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
- Change Management: Manage the change process by supporting departments in adjusting to new workflows, ensuring smooth transitions, and minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Reporting & Documentation: Track the progress of improvement projects, report results to senior management, and document processes and improvements for future reference.
- Innovation: Stay up-to-date on the latest trends in process improvement and bring innovative ideas to the company to continuously refine and evolve the organizational approach.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
- Proven experience in continuous improvement, process optimization, or operations management in a similar industry.
- Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies, such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar frameworks.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with various teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to drive change and influence others to embrace continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience with data analysis and performance metrics to drive improvements.
- Knowledge of change management principles and best practices.
- Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (Black Belt, or equivalent) is preferred.
Up to 130,000 annually
