Continuous Improvement Manager

Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. We are a brand that you know and trust. With more than 100 years of innovation, we’ve defined our industry with proprietary products that deliver revolutionary style and functionality and can be found in millions of homes and commercial buildings globally.

We are searching for candidates that are driven, intelligent, creative, and entrepreneurial. By offering challenging and accelerated opportunities for growth, powered by a shared hunger for success, we create a space for your career to thrive. In return for your expertise, we are committed to providing competitive and robust total compensation and benefit packages to ensure you feel valued. Our dream is to become the fastest growing, most loved, window covering company in the world. What’s yours?

Position Overview

Responsible for implementing lean methodology and continuous improvement tools, processes, and standardization throughout the Salt Lake City, UT operations. In conjunction with other division staff, is responsible for identifying improvement opportunities throughout the Operations processes through a combination of data analysis and observation. Researches, plans, trains, executes, and facilitates operational improvement programs in order to create a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing that leads to associate empowerment, elimination of waste, and improvements in Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Employee Engagement.

What You'll Do

Engage, enhance, and fully execute the “Hunter Douglas Lean Management System”Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects through cross-functional team facilitation and project managementManage the Data Analysis program and tools used for tracking and trending purposes, i.e. SAP Business Analytics, Tableau, Power BIUtilize Data Tools to provide analysis on quality improvement to reduce/eliminate plant controllable errorsCreate and manage engagement programs designed to motivate employees at all levels to be involved in continuous improvement activitiesWorking knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, Charters, 5S, Gemba walks, LMS, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that drive operational improvement in Safety, Quality, Delivery and CostNetwork with other plant lean leaders to leverage programs designed to continually improve operations and eliminate waste, fostering best practice and standardizationProvide leadership by mentoring associates in the use of lean tools, ensuring transfer of knowledge, and creating a culture of continuous improvementCollect and analyze the data on plant processes, procedures and performance using evaluation tools and make recommendations on improvement opportunities/KaizensReview and train employees and management on use of problem solving, quality, and analysis toolsLead Root Cause Corrective Measures (RCCM) activities and quality improvement initiatives, in conjunction withContributes to HD Lean Culture of continuous improvement, working with managers, supervisors, and employees, to identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actionsAll other duties as assigned

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related degree/diploma preferred. Six Sigma Certification (Green or Black Belt) preferred. 5-7 years of experience in a continuous improvement function.Minimum 2 years’ experience working with Tableau & SAP BI or related data analysis software. Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Process Mapping, Value-add/Non Value-add, Standard Work, Line Balancing, 7 Wastes, hour-by-hour management, gap management, etc.Experience leading/facilitating multiple kaizen events/programs and/or key participant role in a large plant lean transformation initiative. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills along with superior computer skills, i.e. SAP, BW, Excel, Word, PPTX, Minitab, Tableau (or other statistical software).Excellent communication and teaching skills, with a strong ability to rally employees and teams.Proven ability to adapt and manage effectively in a changing environment.Ability to effectively handle multiple projects with track record of successful project complete.Have the ability to travel 10-15% of the time to various plant located in and outside the US.

What's in it for you?

Annual base salary range: $110,000.00 - $124,000.00Bonus target range: 25 - 35%Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disabilityA company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growthTime off with pay 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matchingPaid parental leaveWellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate’s education, experience, skills and potential.

Hunter Douglas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.