Continuous Improvement Manager

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. • Willard, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Continuous Improvement Manager - Onsite Willard, OH, United States Come build something that matters. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 48,000 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®. The Job: As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you’ll be part of our Industrial team working as on-site employee.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field (required).
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in operations improvement or process optimization.
• Demonstrated expertise in lean manufacturing, ISO standards, and policy/procedure development.
• Proven track record of successful project development, management, and implementation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel and Power BI
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of initiative, adaptability, and commitment to driving organizational change
• This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification strongly preferred; Green Belt acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Leadership & Strategy Champion the continuous improvement vision and align site strategy with corporate lean objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Continuous Improvement (CI) team, providing clear direction and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Inspire and motivate personnel at all levels to embrace continuous improvement principles.
• Process Improvement Analyze current processes, identify inefficiencies, and develop actionable strategies for improvement.
• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate rapid improvement events (e.g., Kaizen, RIE, OEE, SMED, Line Balancing, 5S).
• Collaborate with all departments to establish and maintain standards that support corporate goals.
• Training & Development Design and deliver training programs on lean manufacturing tools and principles for all staff, including management.
• Identify and address ongoing training and educational needs within the department.
• Onboard and train new personnel in CI methodologies and best practices.
• Project Management & Execution Oversee the selection, qualification, and development of CI personnel.
• Track and report on the progress of improvement projects, ensuring timely completion and realization of benefits.
• Maintain all documentation related to CI initiatives and departmental activities.
• Performance Management Conduct timely, unbiased performance evaluations for CI team members.
• Manage time and attendance approvals using relevant HR software (e.g., UKG, Workday).
• Collaboration & Communication Facilitate weekly site productivity meetings and monthly corporate productivity reviews to ensure alignment with targets.
• Maintain active involvement with SBD performance excellence programs (e.g., SPX).
• Encourage open communication, empowering staff to identify concerns and suggest improvement opportunities.
• Compliance & Safety Ensure all personnel understand and adhere to safe and proper use of equipment.
• Support compliance with ISO standards and internal policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager