Drive Continuous Improvement both in terms of shepherding projects and promoting the concepts and application of CI tools, philosophy and lean principles. Align CI efforts to strategic objectives. Identify and remove obstacles. Direct and assign to Black Belts to projects. Manage consultant relationships. Report on project progress. Oversee and deliver CI related training and create training content as may be appropriate. Champion efforts to embed CI in the MetalTek culture. Serve as a CI/Lean Subject Matter Expert for Wisconsin Centrifugal and other MetalTek locations. Help management create and refine Key Performance Indicators. Promote lean best practices across departments and divisions. Participate in Key Manager meetings, plant safety meetings and incident reviews. Oversee the CI Department's participation in New Employee Orientations. Hire, train, coach and develop CI Department employees. Participate in quality, product and operations meetings providing Continuous Improvement/Lean perspective and expertise. Maintain current professional certifications and expertise. Demonstrate core MetalTek values.

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business with a strong understanding of manufacturing and the application of CI/Six Sigma/Lean concepts. Black Belt certification is strongly preferred. Progressive experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment is a must. Demonstrated leadership abilities including the development of subordinates and problem solving are required. Solid computer skills including Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills are a must.