Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement
Lead a team focused on driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across the organization. This high‑impact leadership role involves developing talent, executing Lean strategies, and delivering measurable business results.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of ZEBS professionals to deliver continuous improvement results.
- Ensure successful definition and execution of cross‑functional improvement initiatives aligned to the annual strategic business priorities.
- Partner with site and functional leadership to define and support operational improvement plans.
- Utilize financial resources and ensure best solutions are defined and executed effectively.
- Implement and sustain Lean methods and processes (Strategy Deployment, Standard Work, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Visual Daily Management, Problem Solving, Kaizen, and Pull Systems).
- Analyze performance metrics (cost, cash flow, efficiency) and translate insights into action plans.
- Support evaluation of multi‑site operations, including benchmarking, productivity, capacity utilization, sourcing, and profitability.
- Drive organizational participation in lean initiatives including #CI to achieve ZEBS metrics.
- Oversee project plans to ensure alignment, accountability, and timely execution.
- Identify risks, remove barriers, and ensure resource alignment across initiatives.
- Track and report on KPIs, AIPs, and strategy deployment progress.
- Lead Kaizen events, Lean boot camps, training and capability‑building efforts.
- Identify and promote best practice sharing across Zurn Elkay locations.
- Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required; Industrial Engineering or related field preferred.
- 8‑10 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement.
- Demonstrated success leading teams and delivering operational improvements.
- Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Proven ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders.
Leadership Characteristics
- People Leader: Builds and develops high‑performing teams.
- Results‑Driven: Delivers measurable outcomes.
- Action‑Oriented: Tackles challenges with urgency.
- Accountable: Holds self and others responsible.
- Business Mindset: Uses data and financial insights.
- Collaborative: Works effectively across teams.
- Problem Solver: Navigates complexity.
- Continuous Improvement Champion.
Total Rewards and Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance.
- Matching 401(k) contribution.
- Health Savings Account.
- Up to 3 weeks of starting vacation (may increase with tenure).
- 12 paid holidays.
- Annual bonus eligibility.
- Educational reimbursement.
- Matching gift program.
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a nondiscriminatory employer.
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