Manufacturing Process Improvement Manager

Manufacturing Process Improvement Manager

Location: Virginia Beach, VAStarting Salary: $85,000+ annually (higher based on experience)

A growing manufacturing company is seeking a Manufacturing Process Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives across production and operations. This leadership role focuses on improving efficiency, reducing waste, optimizing processes, and building a culture of operational excellence using Lean manufacturing principles.

• Lead continuous improvement programs aligned with business objectives.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Facilitate Kaizen events and process improvement initiatives.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Analyze workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement sustainable improvements.
• Train and mentor employees on continuous improvement tools and best practices.
• Work closely with production teams to implement process changes.
• Track KPIs and present improvement results to leadership.
• Drive labor efficiency through process optimization and workflow improvements.
• Support multiple shifts as needed and promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of continuous improvement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in engineer-to-order, fabrication, industrial manufacturing, or similar operations preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, and change management.
• Experience leading measurable process improvement projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and project management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Walk and work throughout the manufacturing floor.
• Stand, bend, and move frequently during improvement activities.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work in both office and production environments.
• Flexibility to support multiple shifts when required.