Continuous Improvement Lead

Position Summary

The Continuous Improvement Lead drives process improvements across production to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance. This role leads cross-functional initiatives, supports Lean culture development, and partners with teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives across production

• Ensure process changes support a safe work environment

• Identify and resolve production inefficiencies and performance gaps

• Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in throughput, quality, and yield

• Develop and maintain SOPs, workflows, and process documentation

• Partner with production, maintenance, and leadership teams on improvement projects

• Lead training efforts related to process changes and best practices

• Support food safety programs and participate in HACCP activities

• Track and report improvement results and project progress

Qualifications

• Experience in Lean manufacturing or process improvement required

• Prior leadership experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Experience in corrugated, printing, converting, or paper mill operations preferred