Continuous Improvement Director

All of us at EFI are relentlessly focused on the growth and success of the print business. That's why print providers worldwide turn to EFI to help build their brilliant future. Our worldwide team members are passionate about driving our customers' business growth with a scalable portfolio of products, solutions, services, support, and world-class partnerships for the manufacturing of signage, packaging, textiles, ceramic tiles, building materials, commercial print, and personalized documents with a wide range of printers, inks, digital front ends, and workflow solutions. Our unwavering commitment is to increase their profits, cut costs, improve productivity, and optimize efficiency — job after job, year after year. We're obsessed with our customers' success. And we believe we have the right people, technology, and experience to help businesses achieve their goals.

EFI is currently seeking a CI Leader for our Castellon, Spain location. The Continuous Improvement Director will be responsible for leading and driving process optimization initiatives, enhancing efficiency, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the organization. This individual will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process enhancement, implement lean methodologies, and ensure that improvements align with organizational goals.

Responsibilities Process Improvement Leadership : Lead and facilitate continuous improvement initiatives across various departments and business functions.

Collaborate with leadership and teams to identify areas for process optimization and operational efficiency.

Develop and implement strategies to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.

Project Management : Manage improvement projects from start to finish, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet desired objectives.

Use data-driven methodologies (such as Six Sigma, Lean, Kaizen) to analyze and improve business processes.

Track and report project progress, outcomes, and savings to senior management.

Training and Coaching : Educate and coach team members and leaders on continuous improvement principles, tools, and methodologies.

Provide training and support to teams to help them adopt a culture of continuous improvement.

Facilitate workshops, Kaizen events, and other initiatives to empower employees to contribute to process improvements.

Data Analysis and Reporting : Analyze operational data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Prepare and present reports on improvement initiatives and results to senior leadership.

Utilize root cause analysis to address issues and improve long-term performance.

Change Management : Lead change initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and systems within teams.

Work closely with department heads to communicate and implement changes effectively.

Champion a culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field with a Six Sigma or Lean certification.

A Master's degree is a plus.

10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; specifically in process improvement, operational excellence, or related roles preferably in highly regulated industry.

Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Strong project management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.

Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.

Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, or other related software).

Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Demonstrated ability to influence and lead teams through change.

Detail-oriented, proactive, and solution-focused.

Ability to drive results and create a culture of continuous improvement.

Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.

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