Continuous Improvement Leader | East Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $132,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in East Lansing seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Leaders.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in East Lansing that are adding Continuous Improvement Leaders to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate Lean/Six Sigma projects across manufacturing operations.
• Identify and analyze process inefficiencies and develop data-driven solutions.
• Train, mentor, and coach employees at all levels in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track improvement initiatives.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through active engagement and communication.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and standardize processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• 5+ years of experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis and statistical process control (SPC) tools.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and change management skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification
• Experience with AI-powered process optimization tools
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop junior CI practitioners
• Background in advanced data analytics or statistical modeling

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Improvement Manager, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Operational Excellence Leader, CI Manager, Business Process Improvement Lead, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Performance Improvement Manager, Process Excellence Manager, Quality and CI Leader, Lean Leader

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.