Continuous Improvement Leader

Element Solutions Inc • West Haven, CT

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About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is  renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

Our Expertise:

Wafer Level Solutions - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance

Semiconductor Assembly Solutions - Driving innovation in semiconductor assembly processes for unparallelled reliability

Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry

Circuit Board Assembly Solutions - Elevating circuit board assembly processes for optimal performance

Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, and infrastructure, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high quality solutions and technical services covers the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We strive to embody the five 'Elements of our Culture'- our '5C's'; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.
 Who are we looking for?The Americas Leader of Continuous Improvement (CI) will serve as the strategic and operational leader responsible for embedding a world-class culture of continuous improvement and Lean transformation across all Americas manufacturing and supply chain operations. This position leads the CI leaders at our  Americas locations, ensuring  alignment of strategies, methodologies, and results. The Americas CI leader  will drive measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement across all regions. This role reports directly to the Global CI leader – MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions (MAES) and partners closely with regional operations and supply chain leadership to deliver sustainable performance improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Operations Management, or Supply Chain (master's preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Operational Excellence roles, with global or multi-region scope.
• Proven record of leading CI strategies across business, manufacturing and supply chain environments impacting culture from Senior leaders to shop floor.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, and changing management expertise.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across diverse cultures and organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quantifiable operational and cultural improvements.

Responsibilities

• Execute the Continuous Improvement strategy aligned with MAES business objectives.
• Lead and develop Americas site CI leaders to ensure consistent deployment and measurable results.
• Establish LEAN CI governance standards, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics.
• Partner across MAES with Commercial, Business, Operations, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to integrate CI into all business processes and decision-making systems.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs at Americas sites to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Lead enterprise-wide Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, and Gemba initiatives focused on waste elimination and process improvement.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Manufacturing teams to enhance flow, on-time delivery, and cost effectiveness driving improved performance .
• Embed CI principles into daily management systems and visual performance boards across America’s  sites.
• Build and sustain a CI community of practice, fostering collaboration and best-practice sharing across regions ultimately that impact MAES culture involving everyone.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma training programs to upskill employees at all levels ensuring training, doing and results are intrinsically linked. .
• Identify and mentor high-potential CI talent, ensuring succession depth and continuity.
• Deliver measurable productivity, cost, and quality improvements that support corporate objectives with MOS integrated into financial reporting.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset throughout all levels of the organization, empowering employees to identify and solve problems daily.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees