Location
Richmond VA
Country
USA
Industry
PACKAGING
Date Posted
10/28/2025

CI Manager

Overview
The Manager of Operational Excellence leads continuous improvement initiatives to drive best-in-class performance across the plant. This role sets the strategy for Lean deployment, fosters a culture of efficiency and accountability, and ensures alignment with the company’s operating principles.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, implementation, and reporting of all continuous improvement efforts.

  • Develop and deliver Lean and process improvement training to build organizational capability.

  • Partner with leadership to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

  • Facilitate cross-functional teams to execute impactful projects and assess P&L implications.

  • Coach and mentor employees to adopt Lean practices and embed a culture of continuous improvement.

  • Establish and track operational excellence metrics to measure and sustain progress.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required.

  • 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or distribution, with a strong record of driving measurable improvements.

  • Deep understanding of Lean tools, methodologies, and cultural transformation.

  • Proven leadership, communication, and influencing skills across all organizational levels.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and business systems (SAP experience a plus).

  • Lean certification from a recognized institution preferred.



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