Senior Manager Continuous Improvement

Job Overview

Seize the opportunity to lead transformative efforts and drive tangible business outcomes as a Senior Manager of Continuous Improvement. This position works directly with top leadership to design strategy, spearhead Lean projects, and streamline processes organization-wide. You will supervise a team of improvement experts, collaborate with senior leaders, and ensure operations are refined to maximize efficiency and productivity.

The role involves guiding the strategic planning using Hoshin Kanri/Policy Deployment, selecting key areas for enhancement, managing change initiatives, and evaluating project impacts.

This is a remote role requiring substantial travel—up to 75% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Hoshin Kanri strategic planning at segment, business unit, or plant levels, crafting A3 charters alongside planning teams to implement initiatives.
• Apply Value Stream Mapping and Extended VSM techniques to redesign business, logistic, and manufacturing processes; oversee or direct teams for implementing future state VSM plans including relocations and new system integrations such as SAP.
• Mentor and develop continuous improvement specialists, fostering their professional growth and leadership capabilities.
• Serve as a Lean Trainer within the Hubbell Manufacturing System and Lean Certification program, also cultivating new trainers.
• Analyze current processes to discover inefficiencies and opportunities to optimize operations.
• Lead change management to ensure effective adoption and integration of improvements.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and senior executives to secure resources and support for improvement projects.
• Partner with Plant Leadership to sustain the HMS Performance Management program featuring tiered Gemba walks, issue escalation, problem-solving, and accountability monitoring.
• Use data and KPIs to measure the effectiveness of improvement efforts and make informed decisions.
• Manage a portfolio of improvement projects aligned with company goals, tracking progress and results.
• Implement quality controls to guarantee improvements enhance product and service standards.
• Maintain detailed records and reports on continuous improvement activities and their impacts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Operations, Industrial, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
• 15 to 20 years of relevant experience required.
• At least 10 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean, or Six Sigma roles.
• Minimum 4 years in technical leadership positions with proven management and leadership skills.
• Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt certification is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience implementing continuous improvement programs and systems.
• Strong leadership ability to influence others through teaching, leadership, and practical demonstrations of Lean methodologies.
• Excellent time management skills, capable of prioritizing and completing multiple tasks.
• Proven results orientation with accomplishments in fast-paced environments.
• Preferred skills in process improvement and data analytics.

About Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell Incorporated specializes in critical infrastructure solutions supporting customers, communities, and environmental sustainability. Founded in 1888, the company leads in manufacturing high-quality electrical and utility products that power modernization and electrification of the grid. It operates two main segments: Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS), which facilitates energy transmission, communication, and control across utility applications, and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES), which supports power management across many industries.

Hubbell emphasizes sustainable, ethical operations and fosters an inclusive supportive culture for employee growth. Its workforce spans headquarters in Shelton, CT, the United States, and worldwide locations.

Equal Opportunity

Hubbell Incorporated and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Additional Information

Please note this description lists key duties and requirements but is not exhaustive of all responsibilities or conditions of the role.