Continuous Improvement Manager - Sault Ste. Marie Area

Continuous Improvement Manager | Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Salary Range: $89,000 - $135,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for driving operational efficiency and eliminating waste? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Sault Ste. Marie area seeking experienced Continuous Improvement Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Continuous Improvement Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Sault Ste. Marie in Chippewa County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Pickford.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Sault Ste. Marie area that add Continuous Improvement Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Usual Responsibilities

• Track key performance indicators and report progress to leadership.
• Train supervisors and operators in lean tools and methods.
• Standardize work instructions and best practices across shifts.
• Support root cause analysis for recurring quality and downtime issues.
• Coordinate improvement plans with maintenance and engineering.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across production areas.
• Map current processes and identify waste and bottlenecks.
• Facilitate kaizen events with production and support teams.

Recommended Qualifications

• Three to five years of lean manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on knowledge of kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis.
• Strong data analysis and spreadsheet skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Clear written and verbal communication with hourly and salaried staff.
• Bachelor degree in engineering, operations, or related field.

Bonus Qualifications

• Familiarity with statistical process control.
• Project management certification.
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing execution systems.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience in high-volume or automotive manufacturing.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lean Coordinator, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Quality Improvement Manager, Operations Improvement Specialist, Kaizen Manager, Lean Manufacturing Manager, Process Improvement Manager, Operational Excellence Manager, Continuous Improvement Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.