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Continuous Improvement Manager

Saint-Gobain

NASHVILLE, AR

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aged Care, Auto Insurance, Best Practices, Change Management, Childcare, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Electricity, Employee Assistance Plan, Establish Priorities, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Legal, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Power BI, Prescription Drugs, Problem Solving Skills, Property Insurance, Reliability Engineering, Retirement Plan, Six Sigma Black Belt, Statistics, Systems Reliability, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Vision Plan
LOCATION
NASHVILLE, AR
POSTED
13 days ago
We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager who can turn improvement ideas into sustained results while helping drive a culture of operational excellence. In this role, you will lead the deployment of WCM and Lean principles across the organization, partnering with leaders and frontline teams to identify opportunities, remove barriers, and standardize best practices.


Success in this position requires the ability to influence at all levels of the organization, manage change effectively, and navigate conflict as processes and mindsets continue to evolve. The ideal candidate is results-driven, adaptable, and passionate about continuous improvement, with strong communication skills and a hands-on approach.


This role will play a key part in helping the business operate smarter, safer, and more efficiently every day.


You may be a strong fit for this role if you have:


Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering required, or a Business degree with 5+ years of Lean Manufacturing experience.


Experience


+ 5+ years of progressive experience in an industrial manufacturing environment with leadership responsibility in engineering, operations, or continuous improvement

+ 3+ years of people leadership experience leading technical teams, contractors, and cross-functional initiatives

+ Experience with World Class Manufacturing (WCM) or similar continuous improvement systems, including reliability improvement, 5S, autonomous maintenance, and standard work

+ Preferred Certifications

+ WCM White Cap

+ Lean Six Sigma Black Belt


Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of continuous improvement tools, statistical analysis, and problem-solving methodologies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Power BI is-strongly preferred, along with the ability to lead through influence, prioritize work, delegate effectively, and drive accountability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.


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At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity & inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, & sustainable home.


Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.


Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .


Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:


Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work


+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

+ Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options

+ LiveWell Wellness Program

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave


Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality


+ 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan

+ Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance


Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want


+ Group Legal

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Auto and Home Insurance

+ Pet Insurance and Discounts

+ Back-up Child & Elder Care

+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program


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