Continuous Improvement Manager

• Deploy DMAIC problem solving systematically and effectively solves problems / challenges across the operation.
• Provide Lean and Six Sigma support across the organization to drive short-term and long-term business improvements.
• Conduct or support various internal and external assessments (e.g. ELSS, Op-A, MESH, AS9100, Production Rate Readiness). Work across functions to prioritize improvement activities and close identified gaps.
• Facilitate the annual organizational objective planning process using EBS Pull methodology.
• Demonstrate strong cross functional leadership in a matrix environment. Influence others in a dynamic working environment with full focus upon continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support to sister locations for shared product lines and manufacturing processes.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of five (5) years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship, now or in the future.
• This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158.
• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates within a 60-mile radius of Bethel, CT will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in the deployment of 5S, Standard Work, Value Stream Maps, Visual Management, and TPM.
• Experience implementing lean production methodology in low volume/high mix type product environment.
• Experience with Power Bi.

Position Success Criteria:
• Thorough working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen events, continuous improvement, SPC, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Exposure to Materials Management, Operations, and Customer Service processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Managing several projects simultaneously.
• Proven capability to lead change in a team environment.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Power Point, Visio.

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Client-provided location(s): Bethel, CT

Job ID: Eaton-60556Bethel

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-13T18:42:25