Continuous Improvement Specialist

Continuous Improvement Specialist 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Bellevue, WI 54311 From $70,000 a year - Full-time Cherry Optical Lab 67 reviews From $70,000 a year - Full-time Ready to See the Difference in your career? Cherry Optical Lab is growing fast and we're looking for great people to grow with us! As a nationally recognized leader in optical lens manufacturing (and proudly named one of Wisconsin's Best Places to Work in Manufacturing in 2024), we're obsessed with two things: making the world's best lenses and making the world's happiest people — our team members, our customers, and their patients who rely on our craftsmanship. We're expanding our onsite Continuous Improvement team and are looking for a proactive, analytical and improvement-minded human who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is energized by solving problems, improving processes and helping teams perform at a higher level.

What You Will Do:

Partner with departments across the Lab to identify process gaps, reduce variation, and improve operational performance Analyze trends, workflow patterns, and performance data to uncover opportunities for improvement Support and facilitate root cause analysis efforts related to process failures, quality concerns, and operational inefficiencies Lead and support cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and team effectiveness Help develop sustainable corrective and preventative actions that address systemic issues — not just symptoms Recommend and implement updates to procedures, workflows, and work instructions based on findings and best practices Work closely with all departments to resolve quality issues. Support change control activities by assessing operational impact and ensuring accurate documentation Collaborate closely with production, leadership, and support teams to improve communication, accountability, and process consistency Assist in investigating customer concerns and identifying long-term preventative solutions Help foster a culture of continuous improvement, curiosity, accountability, and operational excellence What Makes You a Great Fit Naturally drawn to root cause analysis, process improvement, and identifying opportunities others may miss You instinctively think: "Why did this happen?" and "How do we prevent it from happening again?" Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Comfortable interpreting data and turning insights into actionable recommendations Sense of urgency paired with strong follow-through Relationship-driven and approachable; able to work effectively with team members across all levels of the organization Adaptable, resourceful, and solutions-oriented Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Continuous improvement mindset with a genuine desire to make systems, processes, and teams better What Success Looks Like Identifying trends before they become larger operational or quality concerns Using data to connect process performance, operator behavior, machine performance, and workflow consistency Helping leaders and team members understand not only what is happening, but why Driving improvements that create measurable operational impact Building trust and credibility across departments as a collaborative problem-solver Contributing to a culture where teams proactively improve processes rather than reactively fix issues Work Environment Combination of office and manufacturing floor exposure Regular interaction with production leaders and team members Supports multiple shifts and departments Fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment How to Stand Out Share examples of continuous improvement initiatives you've participated in or led Demonstrate experience using data to identify trends and support decision-making Be able to explain how you've solved operational problems or improved workflows in prior roles Show evidence of influencing change through collaboration and relationship-building Bring a self-starter mentality with the ability to take initiative and drive projects forward Have an analytical mindset coupled with the ability to interact and develop relationships with people

Why You'll Love Being Part of Our Growth Happy People:

Our culture is built on the principle that every team member matters. We foster an environment where open communication and positive feedback are the norms— We believe that extraordinary craftsmanship stems from a team that genuinely enjoys coming to work every day.

Purpose:

We are responsible for creating custom lenses for people all over the country that need to see better! Our team members truly care about the work they do, our leaders are authentic and the rewards and "extras" that team members enjoy reflect our high performing culture.

Innovation:

Join a collaborative workplace where cutting edge tech meets creative thinking. Team members take pride in using our state-of-the-art machinery and processes to create the highest quality lenses for people around the country. Work‑

Life Harmony:

Consistent schedules and a generous benefits package support your wellbeing inside and outside of work. If you're ready to join a growing company and become one of our Happy People, now's the time. Apply today and help us change the way the world sees — one lens at a time.

Work Location:

Onsite;

Green Bay, WI Days & Hours:

Monday - Friday, mainly daytime hours understanding that we support multiple shifts so there may be some off-shift hours necessary Extensive Benefits Package including Low-Cost Health Insurance (We cover 100% of medical and dental premiums for employee-only plans), employee discount (Free custom lenses), employee events and onsite food trucks, 401k with company match + profit sharing, paid time off, referral bonus program, and much more.

Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Application Question(s): What makes you interested in Cherry Optical Lab? Describe a time you used data, observations, or trends to identify an opportunity for improvement.

Experience:

Continuous improvement: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person