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Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc. · 3 months ago

Project Manager, Continuous Improvement - REQ # 1349

Suwanee, GA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$86K/yr - $118K/yr

4+ years exp

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for a Project Manager, Continuous Improvement in Suwanee, GA. The role focuses on developing and sustaining lean processes, facilitating continuous improvement activities, and promoting best practices across the organization to enhance operational excellence.

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Responsibilities

Serves as a change agent across the organization, providing training and guidance from the frontline to middle management in the effective use of Lean and continuous improvement tools and methodologies

Communicates key insights and findings succinctly and effectively to team members and various levels of management, both in person and as a contributor to the department newsletter

Develops and communicates metrics on project outcomes and business impact

Manages resources, project scope, and deliverables for assigned kaizen events and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring successful execution

Utilizes True North Metrics (HEQDCI) and PDCA cycles to track and report on kaizen event status at defined intervals (30/60/90 days), verifying progress toward milestones and sustainability of solutions

Utilizes strong analytical and synthesis skills to identify and prioritize opportunities for process improvement

Assists process owners in developing and refining True North Metrics and implementing the Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI) process

Facilitates cross-functional improvement activities in assigned areas, supporting data collection and analysis —including Kaizen events, A3 projects, working sessions, Just Do Its (JDIs), and process redesign initiatives

Uses core Lean and METUS Business System (MBS) tools (e.g., Standard Work, Quick Changeover (QCO), Poka Yoke, 5S, Gemba Walks, Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping) to drive waste elimination, maximize value, and build employee engagement

Drives standardization and sustainment of improvements through clear documentation, effective training, and structured change management

Develops and maintains strong relationships with both internal and external customers, fostering trust and collaboration

Hybrid opportunity available

Willing to travel up to 25% to for various Company meetings and training

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Lean methodologiesContinuous improvement toolsGreen Belt certificationChange managementAnalytical skillsProject managementCoachingMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication skillsLeadership experienceMentoring

Required

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or Business (Master's preferred)

4–7 years of direct, hands-on experience in continuous improvement, Lean, or process improvement roles

Green Belt certification required (Black Belt preferred) with demonstrated, practical application from a reputable organization

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root cause analysis skills; proven ability to use data to identify, analyze, and implement solutions

Project management and change management experience, with a track record of delivering sustainable and measurable improvements

Excellent communication and presentation skills across all organizational levels; able to synthesize and convey complex information simply and effectively

Leadership experience in a cross-functional environment, with the ability to influence, coach, and facilitate teams without direct authority

Demonstrated high-quality work output with high attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others in Lean or continuous improvement tools and methodologies, fostering a culture of learning

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint) and process mapping/project management software

Demonstrates METUS core values: desire to win together, deliver excellence, drive sustainability, focus on execution, and learn continuously

Benefits

401(k)

Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.

80 hours of vacation per year

56 hours of paid sick leave annually

13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year

Up to 12 weeks of paid or unpaid [parental/disability/emergency/etc.] leave, if eligible

Company

Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc.

Mitsubishi Electric is one of the world's leading names in the manufacture and sales of electrical and electric products and systems used in a broad range of fields and applications.

Founded in 1973

Cypress, California, USA

1001-5000 employees