Highlights
Experiencing continued growth, the business supports highly regulated, technology-driven industries and is investing heavily in operational improvements to support future expansion. Lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cycle time, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Beverly, MA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $80,000–$100,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
Description
Continuous Improvement Lead
Join a growing, technically advanced manufacturer.
Our client is a well-established advanced manufacturing organisation with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence and innovation. Experiencing continued growth, the business supports highly regulated, technology-driven industries and is investing heavily in operational improvements to support future expansion.
Job Description
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cycle time, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.
Analyse manufacturing and quality data to identify trends, uncover improvement opportunities, and develop actionable solutions.
Drive process optimisation through value stream mapping, workflow redesign, bottleneck elimination, standardisation, and waste reduction initiatives.
Facilitate Lean events including Kaizen workshops, 5S programmes, Gemba walks, and structured problem-solving activities.
Support quality and operational readiness by developing process control strategies, PFMEAs, control plans, SPC initiatives, and other process improvement tools.
Manage multiple improvement projects simultaneously, ensuring clear objectives, stakeholder alignment, risk mitigation, and delivery against timelines.
Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, and Quality teams to align improvement efforts with operational goals and customer requirements.
Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions that improve process reliability and reduce variation.
Develop dashboards, reports, and executive presentations to communicate project progress and business impact.
Train, mentor, and support employees in Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and best practices.
Evaluate and validate the financial impact of improvement initiatives while driving standardisation and replication of successful outcomes.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, STEM, or a related technical discipline.
5+ years of experience within manufacturing, operations, quality engineering, process improvement, or project management environments.
Proven expertise applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies in a production setting.
Strong experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and structured problem-solving techniques.
Ability to analyse operational metrics, interpret data, and translate findings into measurable improvements.
Working knowledge of engineering documentation, manufacturing processes, BOMs, and production controls.
Experience using ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing execution systems.
Demonstrated success collaborating across engineering, operations, quality, supplier, and customer-facing teams.
Strong leadership, coaching, and influencing skills with the ability to drive organisational change.
Project management experience leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering results.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to both frontline teams and senior leadership.
Self-motivated, proactive mindset with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
Lean Six Sigma certifications (Green Belt, Black Belt, ASQ, Shainin Red X, or similar) are highly desirable.
Experience within high-mix, low-volume manufacturing or make-to-order environments is preferred.
What's on Offer
Permanent Lean Specialist position in Beverly.
Work on highly visible projects that directly influence operational performance and business growth.
Opportunity to implement Lean best practices and see tangible results from your initiatives.
Collaborate with experienced engineering, operations, and quality leaders in a technical manufacturing environment.
Join a company with strong market demand, long-term stability, and continued investment in process excellence.
Competitive compensation package with opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Salary range of $80,000 to $100,000.
Job Summary
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Six Sigma, Lean, Process Improvement
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Beverly
Contract Type: Permanent
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.