Transformation Change Agent

Maker's Pride Talent Acquisition Team • Downers Grove, IL

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Change Agent – Operations Excellence is responsible for driving the successful implementation of operational excellence initiatives across the organization. This role partners closely with site leadership and cross-functional teams to identify productivity improvements ideas through embed continuous improvement principles, standardize processes, and sustain performance gains. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can influence change, build capability, and deliver measurable business results. This position requires strong technical Lean Manufacturing, Operational, Engineering, and hands-on leadership skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, Engineering or operations roles
• Proven experience leading change initiatives and driving measurable improvements
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
• Demonstrated ability to influence without authority and lead through change
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and coaching skills
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to work in fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Willingness to travel 70%+
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Experience with TPM, Daily Management Systems, and Tiered Accountability structures

Responsibilities

• Drive Operational Excellence Initiatives
• Lead deployment of continuous improvement programs (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.)
• Support implementation of tiered management systems, daily management, and performance routines.
• Identify gaps in current processes and develop action plans to close them.
• Act as a change champion, ensuring alignment and buy-in across all levels of the organization.
• Develop and execute change management plans, including communication and engagement strategies.
• Coach leaders and frontline teams on new ways of working.
• Train and mentor teams on operational excellence tools and methodologies
• Build internal capability to sustain improvements (problem solving, root cause analysis, standard work)
• Facilitate workshops, kaizen events, and training sessions.
• Establish KPIs and visual management systems to track progress.
• Monitor and report on implementation success, including productivity, quality, safety, and cost metrics.
• Drive accountability through structured follow-ups and governance routines.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams
• Support alignment between site-level initiatives and broader organizational strategy.
• Share best practices across sites to accelerate adoption.
• Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement.
• Reinforce behaviors aligned with operational excellence principles.
• Recognize and promote successes to sustain momentum.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.
• Discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees