Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Manager

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Continuous Improvement ManagerBusiness Analysis & Process

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Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Manager Location: Virginia Beach, VAJob Type: Full-TimeStarting Salary: $85,

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Continuous Improvement ManagerBusiness Analysis & Process

Location: Virginia Beach, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Starting Salary: $85,000/year (higher based on experience)

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead process improvement initiatives across a manufacturing operation. This role works closely with operations and production leadership to reduce waste, improve efficiency, strengthen quality, and implement sustainable process improvements using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving methods.

The successful candidate will help build a culture where employees at all levels participate in identifying and solving operational challenges.

Lead continuous improvement programs aligned with business and operational goals

Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to identify productivity, process, and cost-reduction opportunities

Facilitate Kaizen events, improvement workshops, and problem-solving activities

Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, and other CI methodologies

Evaluate workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement sustainable solutions

Work directly with production teams to introduce and maintain process improvements

Train, coach, and mentor employees on CI tools and practices

Develop communication plans that encourage participation and engagement

Establish and monitor KPIs to measure improvement results

Analyze operational data and use findings to guide decisions and action plans

Present project results, recommendations, and progress to plant and senior leadership

Improve labor efficiency through workflow optimization, process design, and capital investment opportunities

Support CI initiatives across multiple shifts as needed

Promote accountability, teamwork, innovation, safety, quality, and continuous learning

Ensure improvement activities support operational and customer requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; equivalent experience considered

5+ years of experience leading or implementing continuous improvement programs in manufacturing

Experience in engineer-to-order, fabrication, industrial, or manufacturing environments preferred

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification strongly preferred

Proven success delivering measurable process and operational improvements

Strong knowledge of:

Lean principles
Value stream mapping
Root cause analysis
Kaizen facilitation
Change management
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret operational data
Strong leadership and cross-functional influence skills
Excellent presentation, communication, facilitation, and training abilities
Strong project management, organization, and time-management skills
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
Self-motivated problem solver who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Strong commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence