Continuous Improvement Leader | Traverse City, MI

Salary Range: $86,000 - $131,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in continuous improvement leader? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Leaders to drive results.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Traverse City 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

• Lead the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies across manufacturing operations.
• Identify, analyze, and optimize manufacturing processes to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Coach and mentor employees at all levels on CI principles, tools, and problem-solving techniques.
• Manage a portfolio of continuous improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and realization of benefits.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of CI initiatives and sustain gains.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, engagement, and accountability throughout the organization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement best practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in continuous improvement roles within manufacturing operations.
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt (MBB).
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean manufacturing principles, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and other CI methodologies.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and mentor cross-functional teams to drive sustainable process improvements.
• Strong analytical and data-driven problem-solving skills, with a track record of delivering measurable results.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Proficiency with advanced data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Minitab)
• Experience integrating Industry 4.0 technologies into continuous improvement initiatives

Job Titles That Should Apply

Continuous Improvement Manager, Lean Leader, Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Six Sigma Black Belt, CI Manager, Business Process Improvement Manager, Continuous Improvement Specialist, Process Excellence Leader, Kaizen Facilitator

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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. The Pivot Group 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.