Continuous Improvement Leader | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $87,000 - $133,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous 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 growth. We are collaborating with companies in Paw Paw 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 collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Paw Paw region seeking Continuous Improvement Leaders. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the identification and implementation of process improvements across manufacturing operations.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in the application of Lean, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions and root cause analysis to address operational inefficiencies.
• Develop and deliver training programs on continuous improvement principles and tools.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience leading continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt.
• Proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis, statistical process control, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience in change management and influencing cultural transformation.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience with change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR)
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI) and their application in manufacturing
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience in a multi-site manufacturing environment

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Process Improvement Lead, Operational Excellence Manager, Business Process Improvement Specialist, CI Lead, Lean Program Manager, Six Sigma Consultant, Performance Improvement Manager, Process Improvement Manager

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.