Continuous Improvement Manager

You Will: Align with the Enterprise team to ensure consistency of approach and adoption. Organize, plan, and deliver effective team training based on Lean principles, methodologies, and concepts throughout the organization using standard training materials. Create Value Stream Maps (current, future, and ideal states) to assess the operational condition, including the identification of the eight types of waste, and define future state targets and sustainment year over year. Define measurable SQDCCP goals and objectives for Lean activities, with associated execution deliverables. Build and facilitate multidisciplinary short- and long-term Lean initiatives. Implement and follow up on Lean improvements, ensuring the sustainment of results. Identify and evaluate equipment automation requirements to support Lean implementations. Communicate plans, actions, and results across the company (PDCA). Promote and ensure the adoption of Lean practices throughout the company and with external suppliers. Participate directly and indirectly in all Kaizen events. ⸻ Key Qualifications: B.S. in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent. Minimum of 5 years of experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in a dedicated Lean role within a manufacturing environment. Experience working with TPS/DBS principles. Managerial experience. Advanced knowledge of Lean tools, including Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work, Creating Continuous Flow, and Root Cause Problem Solving. Strong analytical skills; Black Belt certification with project management experience is an advantage. Demonstrated effectiveness in change management, including influencing, communication, stakeholder management, and driving change. Proven ability in coaching, mentoring, facilitation, and presenting. Ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization. The role is both strategic (50%) and hands-on (50%); must be comfortable operating at both levels. Must be available to travel to other sites for Lean exchange events, as required. Fully bilingual - Is required

Location: Monterrey, Nuevo León, MX

Posted Date: 11/7/2025