The Director of Continuous Improvement is a hands-on, working leader responsible for delivering measurable, sustained operational improvements across an assigned region
Job Summary
The Director of Continuous Improvement is a hands-on, working leader responsible for delivering measurable, sustained operational improvements across an assigned region.
Key responsibilities include leading and executing high-impact continuous improvement initiatives, taking ownership of projects from problem definition to sustainment, and delivering validated cost savings and operational improvements.
Success will be measured by validated financial savings, improvement in business objectives like safety and labor efficiency, sustained adoption of process changes, and reduced operational variability.
Matching Summary
The Director of Continuous Improvement is a hands-on, working leader responsible for delivering measurable, sustained operational improvements across an assigned region.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Lead continuous improvement initiatives
Embed standard work practices
Apply Lean problem-solving methods
Track results and adoption
Hands-on working leader role
Nice-to-have
Family-oriented company culture
Focus on service and safety
Collaboration with senior leadership
Strong communication skills
Key Requirements
Minimum seven years of experience in operations or continuous improvement
At least three years of hands-on people leadership experience
Lean or CI experience required
Experience in transportation or multi-site operations is preferred