Continuous Improvement Manager-Flow Center- Hampton GA

Target • Hampton, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Continuous Improvement Manager, you will lead and own continuous improvement for a Distribution Center functional area, such as Replenishment or Fulfillment. You will champion structured problem-solving strategies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and 8 Step, and oversee program execution in response to growth and business challenges. You will mentor, influence, and coach leaders and project teams to support successful initiative deployment and alignment with continuous improvement principles, concepts, and methodologies.

In partnership with building leaders, you will identify, prioritize, and lead change initiatives targeting lead-time, quality, and cost improvements. You will also lead the implementation and sustainment of structured problem solving and process optimization, with a focus on key performance indicators. Job duties may change at any time due to business needs. Most facilities operate 24/7, requiring flexible working hours. The role requires access to all areas of the Distribution Center, including mezzanine platforms.

Requirements

• Four-year degree or equivalent experience.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in structured problem-solving.
• Working knowledge of structured problem-solving tools, such as DMAIC, Statistical Process Control, Kaizen, Process Mapping, 5S, and Fishbone.
• Proven strength in problem solving and advanced data/statistical analysis.
• Project management skills, including scoping, writing problem statements, defining goals, and managing timelines.
• Strong training and mentoring skills, with an emphasis on team member development and engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, time management, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Ability to access all areas of the Distribution Center, including mezzanine platforms.
• Flexible working hours may be required because most facilities operate 24/7.

Nice To Haves

• Green Belt certification or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own continuous improvement for a Distribution Center functional area, such as Replenishment or Fulfillment.
• Champion structured problem-solving strategies, including Lean, Six Sigma, and 8 Step, and oversee program execution.
• Mentor, influence, and coach leaders and project teams to support successful deployment of initiatives and alignment with continuous improvement methodologies.
• Partner with building leaders to identify and prioritize opportunities for lead-time, quality, and cost improvements, and lead change efforts.
• Lead implementation and sustainment of structured problem solving and process optimization, focusing on key performance indicators.

Benefits

• Eligible team members and dependents may receive comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employee discount.
• Short-term disability.
• Long-term disability.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid national holidays.
• Paid vacation.
• Financial, education, and well-being benefits; eligibility details are provided through the company benefits resources.

What This Job Offers

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