Sr. Manager, Continuous Improvement

Orion Steel Group•Pueblo, CO

2d•$150,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Steel Mills is seeking a Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement to advance organizational performance through leadership development, talent assessment, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives. Under limited supervision, this senior-level individual contributor leads and facilitates Kaizen events, 6S programs, leadership and supervisor development, and cross-functional improvement efforts focused on safety, quality, productivity, employee capability, and operational effectiveness. The role partners with the Joint Continuous Improvement Committee and teams across Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Human Resources, and Training & Development. It develops, implements, and sustains improvement strategies, training programs, standard work, and performance measurement systems. The position provides coaching, facilitation, and influence across all levels of the organization and is accountable for the effectiveness and long-term sustainability of Continuous Improvement and leadership development initiatives. The company requires all employees to contribute to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy, and injury-free environment. Compensation is $150,000–$165,000. Applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Human Resources Development, or a related field.
At least 10 years of experience leading Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, workforce development, or process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing, industrial, mining, metals, or heavy production environment.
At least 7 years of experience facilitating Kaizen events, problem-solving workshops, leadership development programs, or operational improvement projects.
Demonstrated experience developing, facilitating, and implementing supervisor and leadership training focused on employee development, performance management, accountability, coaching, communication, and leadership effectiveness.
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams, including Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, Engineering, Human Resources, and Training & Development.
Ability to influence organizational change and achieve results through collaboration and facilitation rather than direct supervisory authority.
Strong experience with root cause analysis, continuous improvement methodologies, process mapping, performance metrics, and project management tools.
Comprehensive knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement methodologies, Operational Excellence, Kaizen facilitation, 6S systems, visual management, standard work, and waste elimination.
Strong understanding of steel manufacturing operations, production processes, maintenance systems, quality management, safety requirements, and regulatory compliance in a heavy industrial environment.
Expertise in problem-solving, process mapping, performance measurement, project management, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
Ability to design, facilitate, and evaluate leadership development, supervisor training, talent assessment, succession planning, and workforce capability-building programs.
Exceptional facilitation, coaching, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence employees and leaders at all organizational levels.
Strong analytical and business acumen, including the ability to interpret and communicate operational, organizational, and workforce performance data.
Ability to influence without direct authority, build cross-functional partnerships, drive organizational change, manage competing priorities, and achieve measurable results.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Learning Management Systems, reporting tools, and performance dashboards; strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, employee engagement, and continuous learning.
Must be eligible to work in the USA.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing, implementing, and enhancing leadership development programs, supervisor training, talent assessments, succession readiness initiatives, and frontline leadership capability-building efforts; partner with Training & Development on execution while maintaining accountability for program content, effectiveness, and outcomes.
Plan, facilitate, and lead Kaizen events, Rapid Improvement Workshops, and cross-functional problem-solving activities to improve productivity, quality, safety, throughput, and cost performance.
Develop, implement, and manage the facility-wide 6S program, including audit standards, visual workplace initiatives, employee engagement, corrective action plans, and sustainment processes.
Partner with the Joint Continuous Improvement Committee and Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to analyze processes, identify root causes, develop corrective actions, and implement sustainable improvements.
Collaborate with Training & Development to assess learning needs and develop Continuous Improvement training curriculum, facilitator guides, standard work documentation, job aids, learning materials, and leadership development programs.
Facilitate and deliver training in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 6S, problem-solving methodologies, standard work, visual management, operational excellence, and continuous improvement principles.
Assist in developing, maintaining, and improving standard operating procedures, work instructions, process documentation, leadership standards, and best-practice systems.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators, project metrics, improvement tracking systems, and reporting tools for Continuous Improvement and leadership development initiatives.
Coach and influence leaders, supervisors, and employees in adopting Continuous Improvement principles and foster accountability, engagement, innovation, and sustainable operational excellence.