Continuous Improvement Manager

Join Xylem in the global mission to . As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities: + Drive the development and implementation of Continuous Improvement projects consistent with and in support of the strategic plan and business operating plan. + Documents and works with Controller to validate achieved Continuous Improvement Savings. + Assist in designing new procedures and methods for operational processes. + Utilize projects charters with deliverables, working with leaders to identify, modify, and sustain desired changes including reducing waste and improving inefficiencies. + Mentor employees to realize benefits from all continuous improvement initiatives and act as a change agent to the site/organization. + Train and coach on Xylem Lean Foundation modules. + Identify opportunities for continuous improvement via idea generation and prioritize improvement opportunities with the management team. + Provide strategic insight and evaluation of the organization's progression. + Act as a mentor for the Continuous Improvement leadership, supervisory staff and front-line personnel. + Participate in developing and influencing strategy, planning, and execution depending on project or initiative needs. + Lead goal setting, assignment of projects, review of progress, approval, and feedback for direct report(s). + KPI goal setting with the site via semi-annual Business Assessment, reporting and leading site reporting for KPI's. Monthly updates on CI resource, engagement, activities, etc. + Own the Lean Maturity assessments through XPS (Xylem Production System) and improvement initiatives for the site. + Be a change agent: challenge organizational leaders to drive continuous improvements; remove organizational barriers to continuous improvement processes. + Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities. Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification: + BS/BA Degree or Equivalent + 5 to 8 year of successful leadership in executing continuous improvement / Lean / Six Sigma efforts and enabling efficiency, effectiveness resulting in demonstrable tangible financial benefit + Lean Master or Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred. + Experience guiding team progress for continuous improvement projects/programs. + Experience designing, implementing and leading continuous improvement projects/programs. + Must have thorough understanding of cycle time reduction, waste reduction, yield improvement, productivity and throughput improvement. + Hands-on experience using Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement methods (LEAN, TPM, Six Sigma, TQM). + Proven leadership skills to coach and lead teams to fully deliver chartered objectives and projects. + Excellent project management skills. + Be a self-starter with excellent organizational skills in planning and organizing to handle multiple tasks concurrently. + Ability to coach / mentor / inspire direct reports. + Advanced problem-solving capabilities, attention to detail and numerical aptitude. + Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective Change Management development and execution We Offer You More Than Just "A Job" + Professional Development - To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees' professional growth and continuous learning. + Total Rewards - We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship. + Watermark - Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects. + Employee Networks - Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women's, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran's, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, and Working Parents Networks. Physical Demands/Work Environment: + Regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the facility + Shop Floor: Typical manufacturing Facility that includes assembly, machining, painting & packaging and warehouse. + Office: Standard office equipment; work usually performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements. + Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours Salary range: $91,500.00 - $164,500.00 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of diversity, equity and inclusion in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We embrace diversity and prioritize our employees' well-being through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology.