Continuous Improvement Manager

Role summary

Continuous Improvement Manager is a role at ELMET TECHNOLOGIES LLC in Euclid, Ohio, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-09-01. Salary: USD 120,000–135,000 per year. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Continuous Improvement Manager

Company

ELMET TECHNOLOGIES LLC

Location

Euclid, Ohio, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Software Engineering

Salary

USD 120,000–135,000 per year

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-09-01

Job description

Description

About Elmet Technologies

Elmet Technologies is a division of The Elmet Group and a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of precision-engineered products serving global industries, including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and energy. Through advanced materials processing and precision manufacturing capabilities, Elmet produces high-performance components for some of the world's most demanding applications.

Our Euclid, Ohio facility is focused on operational excellence, equipment reliability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager based out of our Euclid, Ohio facility to lead and embed Lean and Continuous Improvement practices across our multi-site manufacturing organization.

Reporting to the VP of Quality & Continuous Improvement , this role will partner closely with Operations, Finance, and site leadership to identify improvement opportunities, standardize processes, strengthen performance visibility, and build sustainable Continuous Improvement capabilities across the organization.

This is a highly collaborative and hands-on leadership role that will operate primarily through influence rather than direct authority. The successful candidate will be comfortable facilitating Kaizen events on the manufacturing floor, analyzing operational performance, coaching teams, and challenging existing processes to deliver measurable results.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Lead Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives aligned with operational and business priorities across multiple manufacturing locations.

Develop value stream maps and identify opportunities to eliminate waste, improve flow, and standardize critical manufacturing processes.

Build and maintain a multi-site Kaizen roadmap in partnership with site and functional leadership.

Lead Kaizen events while coaching site teams to independently facilitate and sustain future improvement activities.

Partner with Operations and Finance to develop KPIs, dashboards, visual management tools, and standardized performance reporting.

Analyze operational data and facilitate structured problem solving using Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis methodologies.

Influence cross-functional teams, reinforce accountability, and build Continuous Improvement capabilities throughout the organization.

What Success Looks Like

Value stream maps established for major manufacturing processes

Clear, prioritized Kaizen roadmaps aligned with site leadership

Successful Kaizen events facilitated across manufacturing locations

Increased process consistency and standardization across sites

Improved visibility and utilization of operational KPIs

Site teams increasingly capable of independently leading Continuous Improvement activities

Measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and operational performance

Ideal Candidate Profile

5+ years of experience leading Continuous Improvement initiatives within manufacturing or industrial operations

Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred

Strong expertise with structured problem-solving tools including A3, Fishbone, 5 Whys, and root cause analysis

Demonstrated ability to analyze operational data and translate findings into actionable improvements

Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams without direct authority

Strong facilitation, coaching, mentoring, and change-management skills

Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations preferred

Experience developing KPIs, visual management systems, and operational dashboards

Power BI programming or advanced dashboard development experience is a plus

Strong communication skills with the confidence to challenge existing practices and drive accountability

Why Join Elmet Technologies

Benefits Starting from Day 1 , including medical, dental, and vision insurance

Play a key role in building and maturing Continuous Improvement capabilities across a growing manufacturing organization

Opportunity to influence operational performance across multiple manufacturing facilities

Work directly with Operations, Finance, Quality, and senior leadership on high-impact initiatives

Build sustainable Lean capabilities and help shape a Continuous Improvement culture across the organization

High-visibility role with the opportunity to deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, cost, and performance

Competitive compensation, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities

Search Process Note

The Elmet Group is managing this search directly and is not accepting submissions from outside recruitment firms.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Elmet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proud federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that reflects the diversity of our employees, our customers, and the communities we serve.