Director of Continuous Improvement

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Watts Water Technologies

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Hardware • Energy

Watts Water Technologies is a global leader in designing and manufacturing water technology solutions. The company offers a wide range of products related to plumbing and flow control, water quality and rainwater harvesting, drainage, HVAC, and hot water systems. Watts is committed to sustainability and innovation, providing intelligent solutions such as sensing technology and IoT-connected products to enhance water management and conservation. Their extensive product line includes automatic control valves, gas connection systems, boilers, hydronic heating solutions, and more. Operating with a focus on safety, regulation compliance, and customer service, Watts Water Technologies serves various industrial sectors and is recognized for its commitment to environmental sustainability.

5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1874

🔧 Hardware

⚡ Energy

📋 Description

• Drive site-level transformation using Lean principles, focusing on cultural and operational change that improves productivity, quality, and delivery performance. • Lead and support Lean deployment across multiple plant locations; establish standardized CI systems while tailoring strategies to each site's unique needs. • Implement and sustain Lean tools such as 5S, VSM, Kaizen, TPM, Standard Work, and Flow Cells. • Lead the design and execution of Tiered Daily Management Systems (MDI) to create alignment, accountability, and performance visibility across all plant levels. • Collaborate with executive and site leadership to develop, deploy, and manage strategic priorities, ensuring all teams are aligned toward measurable business goals. • Diagnose business challenges and apply the correct Lean countermeasures to drive impactful improvements. • Influence plant leadership teams and frontline managers through coaching, credibility, and clear business value—regardless of reporting structure. • Spend 60–70% of time on the shop floor actively coaching, observing, and guiding transformation activities in real time. • Mentor CI leaders, frontline supervisors, and site teams to ensure a strong, sustainable Lean culture. • Monitor and report on the success of initiatives tied to operational KPIs such as OTIF, OEE, Scrap, Labor Productivity, and Cost Savings.

🎯 Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Lean Transformation across multiple manufacturing sites. • Demonstrated experience leading CI at a multi-site level, including full ownership of site-level results. • Deep expertise in Strategy Deployment / Hoshin Kanri methodology and execution. • Proven ability to implement and sustain Tiered Daily Management and Visual Management systems. • Skilled in leading Kaizen events and using Lean tools to deliver measurable business value. • Outstanding communication and coaching skills across all levels of the organization. • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or a related field (Master’s preferred). • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent certification preferred. • Must be willing and able to travel 60–70%.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits • Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave • 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off • Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement • Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs