Continuous Improvement Leader | DeWitt, MI

Salary Range: $82,000 - $127,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for excelling in continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in DeWitt, seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Leaders to strengthen their teams.

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 DeWitt 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

• Leads and facilitates Kaizen events and workshops across manufacturing operations.
• Develops and implements Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize production processes.
• Mentors and coaches employees at all levels on continuous improvement principles and tools.
• Identifies and analyzes process gaps and inefficiencies, proposing data-driven solutions.
• Establishes and tracks key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of improvement initiatives.
• Drives a culture of continuous improvement, fostering employee engagement and ownership.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and sustainment.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, 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 results through process optimization and waste reduction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and change management skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification
• Experience with AI/ML-driven process optimization tools
• Demonstrated success in change management within a manufacturing environment
• Strong presentation and training skills

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Improvement Leader, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Operational Excellence Manager, Business Process Analyst, Continuous Improvement Manager, Performance Improvement Specialist, Kaizen Facilitator, Productivity Consultant, Six Sigma Consultant, CI 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.