Continuous Improvement Manager

With more than $1B in revenue, Tennant Company is a globally recognized leader in the cleaning equipment industry. For the past 150 years, we have been passionate about developing and manufacturing innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers. At Tennant Company, we are committed to stewardship and creating a cleaner, safer and healthier world. With manufacturing, operations and sales, service, and support functions across the globe, your journey at Tennant can take you places you never expected.

Job Title: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT MANAGER

PURPOSE/SCOPE:

* Key contributor to the planning and creation of the AOP Strategic Goals and Objectives related to Continuous Improvement (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost)
* Responsible for roadmap creation to achieve AOP targeted C.I. related improvements. This includes project scope, timing, training and managing project execution to ensure that goals/improvement targets are met
* Provide expert level advice and guidance to Tennant on Lean topics along with providing coaching/training to the plant on lean related topics, tools and philosophy

GENERAL RESPONISIBILITIES:

* Primary Continuous Improvement leader for site Operations Facility with capability of conducting / coaching for other sites as needed
* Define and train teams on appropriate process improvement and problem-solving tools and methodologies such as value 5S, stream mapping, kaizen events, SMED, Poka-yoke and cellular manufacturing. Support corporate training development and education initiatives as needed
* Ensure that the plant shop floor production team is engaged and empowered to utilize Continuous Improvement Philosophy and Tools to improve the business
* When needed, lead/participate in operations Business Process activities - lead events with various business support entities and lead through influence to ensure adoption and implementation of lean concepts
* Lead major projects within the organization with limited oversight
* Participate in the develop and deployment of lean tools and problem-solving standards globally
* Problem Solving leadership, training, and coaching via Kaizen and A3
* Drive the development and implementation of Standard Work enterprise-wide
* Identification of waste and aggressive approach to reduce and eliminate
* Develop and provide lean training to operations and business functions, ensuring alignment with TPS principles and the broader Tennant Operating Model

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

* Bachelor level degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, Mechanical, Industrial or related field.
* Demonstrated Background in Lean/CI, specifically Toyota Production Systems
* 7-10 years' experience in Manufacturing and/or OEM/Assembly environments, preferably with 5+ years CI leadership experience
* Proven track record of innovation, ingenuity, creativity, attention to detail, ownership, integrity, accountability, and willingness to seek and take on challenges is required.
* Possess knowledge of financial indicators and analysis as they pertain to capital planning, fixed asset management and budget development/management.
* Have led capital projects, process improvement initiative and ongoing value engineering opportunities.
* Possess strong communication and presentation skills at all levels of the organization and the ability to break down highly technical discussion into understandable concepts for non-technical colleagues.
* Demonstrated capability to navigate organizations to achieve results

REQUIRED INTERPERSONAL & BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:

* Collaborate effectively and ensure buy-in with key stakeholders and with appropriate external agencies.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Willingness to be flexible and adjust to a changing work environment.
* Effectively manage relationships and provide leadership in a matrix environment.
* Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation.
* Demonstrated business acumen.
* Characterized by integrity and high professional standards.
* Ability to problem-solve.
* Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Tennant Company is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of individual skill, ability, reliability, productivity, and other factors important to performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other basis protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.

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