Continuous Improvement Manager Jobs

Auto req ID: 22246
Title: Continuous Improvement Manager
Job Function: Manufacturing
Location: PILGRIM
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
Our Powertrain Operations facility, located on Pilgrim Road in Menomonee Falls, WI, is where the “jewel” of the motorcycle comes to life. Pilgrim Road employees produce engines and transmissions for the final assembly plant in York, Pennsylvania, as well as transmissions, and replacement parts for sale through Harley-Davidson® Genuine Motor Parts and Accessories business. Join our team as a Continuous Improvement Manager and help build the world’s most sought-after motorcycles.
Job Summary
Effectively manages the Lean methodology and the Continuous Improvement System in Harley-Davidson Manufacturing. This includes providing hands-on Lean experience and implementation knowledge of the tools and supporting systems to insure sustained Lean processes. This role is a subject matter expert in Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Production, Kaizen, Kanban, and the Continuous Improvement System with a deep knowledge of hands-on implementation. This role will focus on improving business metrics utilizing Continuous Improvement methods to eliminate waste.
Job Responsibilities

• Lead cross functional and cross site teams through influence; provides guidance, direction and support to others.
• This role will maintain the integrity of the system while being actively involved in executing projects.
• This role will teach, and mentor others to leverage CI as an enabler to solve problems and improve our business metrics.
• This position will continuously work to ensure we are benchmark for CI including merging digital technology with foundational production systems.
• The incumbent will lead in improving processes, driving customer satisfaction, increasing productivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• This role will be directly involved in leading the development of department Work Unit Plans driving the business forward with the execution of them.
• This role will help create, drive and maintain the consistency of our Harley-Davidson Continuous Improvement System across all manufacturing sites including leading site assessments.
• Model leadership in managing complex, integrated projects that cross organizational functions. Oversee deployment of on-going Lean training.
• Posses an understanding of manufacturing excellence concepts including value stream mapping, work flow, analysis, 5S, pull system/one piece flow, visual management and quick change/setup.

Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Required
Experience Requirements
Required

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience.

Preferred

• Experience leading in a manufacturing environment.
• Requires working knowledge of the budgeting process, capital equipment justification/procurement and capacity.
• Working knowledge of J.I.T. and Lean manufacturing methodology and principles, tools, people systems is required.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.
The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. We welcome everybody to join our family and be united no matter who you are or where you come from. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 10 - 25%
Pay Range: 90,000-150,000
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance