Plant Continuous Improvement Leader / Operational Excellence Manager

Position: Plant Continuous Improvement Leader

Location: Washington Court House, Ohio (Onsite)

Job Type: Fulltime/Direct Hire

Base Salary - USD $96,800 to $137,000

Relocation Assistance: Yes

Job Summary:

As the Factory Performance and Reliability Leader, you will be responsible for driving the overall success of the FP&R strategies and performance. This position plays a critical role in developing, implementing, and driving continuous improvement strategies within the FP&R framework ensuring strong program governance and execution.

The role requires broad technical knowledge of the category operations, and the ability to understand standards implementation. In addition, strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills are necessary for collaborating across the operation of the site. The FP&R Site Lead is responsible for driving the success of the program at the site level, implementing global and divisional strategies, and advancing performance objectives in coordination with the DOM, site leadership team and regional FP&R manager. This role is key in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring program compliance, and championing the GSC Reimagined and Operational Excellence Strategy across the site while creating a culture of collaboration and engagement.

Required Qualifications:

• BS degree in Engineering, Technology, Science or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience and knowledge of Factory Operations, Engineering or Supply Chain roles
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
• Proficient in FP&R Program and Standards
• Proficient in AE Model Guidelines
• Experience with MES (manufacturing execution system)
• Experience with DOMO card creation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Gemini & other Generative AI
• Experience within varied Supply Chain roles

Travel Requirements

Up to 10% travel – primarily for training, benchmarking, or support at other sites within the region

Key Competencies:

• Influence & Negotiation: Able to secure buy-in from cross-functional teams and lead change initiatives
• Team & Relationship Building: Builds strong partnerships at all levels; fosters a collaborative team environment
• Strategic Thinking: Links site FP&R activities to broader business objectives; balances operational detail with future vision
• Results Orientation: Delivers measurable improvements and communicates progress effectively
• Communication: Strong verbal and written skills; transparent and proactive in updates and escalations.