Regional Continuous Improvement Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution and communication of Continuous Improvement (CI) strategies and roadmaps to improve Gross Margin and productivity.
• Act as the primary Lean champion for the region, promoting a culture of continuous improvement across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and targeted improvement activities to achieve strategic objectives.
• Provide CI training, coaching, and mentorship to frontline leaders to build internal capability and problem-solving skills.
• Lead GEMBA walks and support the deployment of a consistent Daily Lean Management System (DLMS).
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and visual management systems to support data-driven decision-making.
• Monitor operational performance metrics (QCDS) and communicate results to plant and global leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or 10+ years of manufacturing CI experience in lieu of a degree).
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Lean Transformation within a high-performing manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading Kaizen events and executing CI roadmaps.
• Strong analytical, program management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, and Power BI.
• Ability to travel between manufacturing sites (approximately 60% Rosenberg, 40% Pearland).

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Black Belt certification or other relevant certifications (SME, AME, ASQ, or Shingo Prizes).
• Experience in industries supporting oil and gas or precision components.
• Proven ability to build organizational culture and execute Operational Excellence processes.

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid time off and parental leave.
• Employee assistance program and various commuter benefits.

About the Company

Dover Precision Components (DPC) is part of Dover Corporation, a $7.7 billion global leader. DPC delivers performance-critical solutions across the oil & gas, power generation, marine, and industrial markets, designing mission-critical equipment components that enable cleaner and more efficient energy solutions.