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Cleaver-Brooks · 23 hours ago

Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence

Thomasville, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Cleaver-Brooks is the market leader in providing fully integrated boiler and burner systems. The Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence will lead enterprise-level operational excellence initiatives, driving transformational improvements across operations with a focus on quality, cost, delivery, and scalability.

IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringManufacturingTest and MeasurementWater

Hiring Manager

Matt Robles

Responsibilities

Lead large-scale, cross-functional transformation initiatives with a focus on improving quality, cost, delivery, and scalability

Translate business strategy into executable improvement roadmaps, leveraging Lean, Six Sigma, problem solving, and data-driven approaches

Solve enterprise-wide challenges by partnering with stakeholders to identify opportunities, uncover root causes, and implement sustainable solutions

Champion the development and deployment of Lean and CI practices across Cleaver-Brooks’ operating model

Coach and mentor business leaders, functional teams, and shop floor associates on CI tools and behaviors to drive a culture of operational excellence

Identify and implement standard work, KPIs, visual management, and governance processes that support continuous learning and accountability

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and operational teams, enabling transformation through facilitation, coaching, and strategic insight

Lead workshops, kaizen events, and value stream mapping to support team alignment and problem solving

Act as a key voice for change, helping to engage and align teams around transformation goals and performance metrics

Develop training and capability-building programs that grow continuous improvement knowledge across the organization

Drive the evolution of Cleaver-Brooks’ OE/CI methodology, tools, and templates in collaboration with the broader Strategy & Transformation team

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Strategic Operations

Qualification

LeanSix SigmaOperational ExcellenceBusiness TransformationCoaching SkillsStakeholder EngagementChange LeadershipTraining DevelopmentDigital TransformationFacilitation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (BS) from four-year college or university in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field

Minimum of 10 years of experience in operational excellence, business transformation, or related disciplines; candidates with slightly less experience may be considered if they demonstrate exceptional strength in other required qualifications

Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level CI initiatives in complex, regulated environments

Deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem solving (e.g., A3, 5 Why)

Exceptional facilitation and coaching skills with the ability to influence and inspire diverse stakeholders

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation

Preferred

Advanced degree (MBA, MEng) or certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt

Experience in Automotive, Heavy Industrial, or similar industries

Familiarity with digital transformation, process automation, or technology-enabled optimization

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, maternity support program, discounted virtual physician visits, voluntary medical benefits (Critical Illness, Hospital Care, and Accidental Injury), FSA, HSA, life insurance, short term and long-term disability

Cash matching 401(k) plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Pet insurance

Employee discount program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and 11 paid holidays