Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager

Eaton Corporation•Highland, IL

40d•$113,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s ES GEIS BLD division is hiring a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager for its onsite facility in Highland, Illinois. Relocation is provided within the United States. The role leads the facility’s lean transformation by driving process improvements that reduce waste, improve material flow, and strengthen operational accountability. It develops employees’ problem-solving capabilities through training, coaching, Kaizen events, and 5S initiatives using the Learn-Do-Teach approach. The CI Manager develops value stream maps and future-state designs, tracks KPIs, and facilitates transformation reviews to advance operational goals. As a member of the leadership team, this position champions lean principles, influences peers, manages Eaton’s Operational Excellence Program (OpA), and deploys goals through tiered accountability systems to build a culture of continuous improvement and organizational problem-solving. The role also leads and supervises the Maintenance team and works with the EHS Manager to promote a safe work environment. The expected annual salary range is $113,000–$165,000. Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. Benefit programs include Health and Welfare benefits, Retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work; eligibility and availability may vary.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
At least five years of experience in operations and/or continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
Experienced lean professional.
Experience deploying lean techniques and continuous improvement in a manufacturing and distribution environment.
Experience leading Kaizens and using basic lean tools such as standard work, TPM, VSM, and 5S.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Track record of driving continuous improvements through sustainable processes.
Ability to negotiate with all levels of management, internally and externally.
Ability to lead a technical team of Maintenance employees.
Eaton does not provide employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position, including CPT, OPT, STEM OPT, F-1, H-1B, O-1, E-3, or TN status.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree, master’s degree, or MBA.
Two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Six Sigma Black Belt.

Responsibilities

Drive the Operational Excellence strategic vision and roadmaps for the Highland facility.
Provide expertise in Eaton Business System tools and training, including EBS Pull, OpA, and EBS Assessment.
Lead and facilitate Business Operation System meetings and agendas to drive continuous improvement.
Drive site Cost-Out accountability in alignment with annual Profit Plan objectives.
Support and guide the Highland leadership team with Kaizens, problem solving, and EBS adherence.
Lead deployment of the Eaton Continuous Improvement Framework, including visual controls, process standardization, leader standard work, Gemba walks, manning strategy, daily accountability, process checks, and CI for everyone.
Build ELSS organizational capability and develop local ELSS/CI Tool Champions through training and consulting support.
Lead development and implementation of a plant-wide training plan.
Monitor productivity to ensure established shift quality and production levels are maintained or exceeded.
Supervise and lead the Maintenance team, including performance management, organizational planning, time and attendance management, overtime planning, and daily work planning.
Maintain records and reports on productivity, quality, and attendance across the shift.
Ensure a safe work environment in collaboration with the EHS Manager and drive and support a behavioral-based zero-incident safety culture.