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Manager of Continuous ImprovementJBT Marel • Lakeland, FL, United States
Manager of Continuous Improvement

Manager of Continuous Improvement

JBT Marel • Lakeland, FL, United States
9 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Continuous Improvement Leader

Lead and drive a culture of Lean and continuous improvement across the Lakeland and FPT business.

Develop and execute site-level RCI strategies aligned with operational goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People.

Lead CI planning, training, and value stream initiatives to improve productivity, eliminate waste, and deliver measurable business results.

Partner with site leadership to identify improvement opportunities and quantify cost savings and performance gains.

Facilitate Kaizen events and coach teams on Lean principles, structured problem-solving, and standardized work.

Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor continuous improvement progress and ensure sustainability.

Promote the sharing and replication of best practices across both Lakeland and FPT locations.

Drive organizational change by building capability at all levels and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous learning.

Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Strong Lean manufacturing expertise, including coaching, training, and deployment of CI strategies

Proven success leading continuous improvement initiatives and Lean transformations

Formal Lean certification (Lean Engineer, Black Belt, or equivalent)

Demonstrated ability to drive organizational change and sustain improvements

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on business results

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

8+ years of experience in manufacturing or manufacturing engineering

Broad knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement disciplines

This role supports both the Lakeland and FPT business and requires approximately 50% travel between locations.

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