Senior Operational Excellence Leader

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family! Charter Steel is hiring a Sr. Operational Excellence Leader!

About Charter Steel:

Charter Steel is a leading American supplier of carbon and alloy steel bar, rod and wire products, and the largest steel coil processor in North America. As a fully integrated steelmaker with locations in Ohio and Wisconsin, Charter Steel offers a full range of grade and size coiled products and vast technical service experience. Charter Steel is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.

Job Summary:

Lead Charter's Core Value of Continuous Improvement by modeling advanced problem-solving, reinforcing disciplined improvement behaviors, strengthening plant-level problem identification and resolution, and advancing Operational Excellence system maturity. Drive execution of key strategic priorities through support of daily operations, mentoring and coaching teams, and leading cross-functional initiatives that deliver significant operational and financial impact. Serve as a visible change leader, accelerating adoption and building sustainable organizational capability across the business.

Position specifics:

Location:

Saukville WI Schedule:

Onsite Travel:

10-20% domestic travel to other Charter facilities, conferences, etc. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time.

Key responsibilities:

Daily support of plant leadership in identifying improvement opportunities. Coordinate and track the plant's portfolio of improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment, visibility, accountability, and measurable results. Develop clear project mandates, track milestones, and validate financial results in partnership with Finance. Provide timely project updates and performance reporting to plant leadership. Reinforce disciplined problem-solving practices by ensuring appropriate methodologies are selected and rigorously applied to identified issues. Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving tools to drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, cycle time, service and engagement. Coach and mentor Lean/Six Sigma Belts in application of best problem-solving methodologies. Advance OpEx system maturity through reinforcement of Standard Work, Visual Management, Disciplined Problem Solving and Coaching. Daily participation in shop floor Gemba walks in assigned plant(s) Support sustainment mechanisms for long-term performance gains. Support KPI target setting and performance analysis using sound statistical methodologies and data-driven insights. Drive enhanced performance reporting and visual management adoption. Develop and deliver structured training programs in CI tools and methodologies. Lead high-complexity, high-impact improvement initiatives delivering significant operational and business impact. Serve as a technical subject matter expert in complex statistical and analytical methods. Identify and escalate systemic barriers to improvement. Foster trust, teamwork, and safety in improvement efforts. What you'll need: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent combination of experience and education. Minimum 4 years of progressive experience leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives. Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt certification, or commensurate experience Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects using Lean Six/Sigma methods resulting in measurable business impact. Proven experience coaching Lean/Six Sigma Belts. Strong analytical capability including statistical modeling and advanced data analysis. Demonstrated classroom training and curriculum development experience. Strong project management and prioritization skills. Proficiency with advanced statistical and data tools (Minitab, database tools, etc.). Willingness to travel.

Nice to haves:

Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification (or ability to obtain within defined timeframe). Experience with Lean/Six Sigma enterprise systems. Experience coordinating CI efforts across multiple sites or functions. Experience in steel manufacturing processes. Proficiency in SQL or advanced analytics tools. Take the next step in your career, apply today! #LI-PF1 #

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#CharterManufacturing #CharterCareers #OneFamilyOneTeam #CharterSteel We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

OUR STORY

Charter Manufacturing is a family-owned group of diversified metals manufacturing businesses founded in 1936 and headquartered in Mequon, Wis. Our will to grow drives our success. It is fueled by a team of respected and dedicated employees committed to continuous improvement and an entrepreneurial spirit that thrives within the Charter family.

WE ARE INVESTED IN YOU

When you work at Charter Manufacturing you're part of a four-generation family business. That means, you're not just an employee, you're one of our family members. We believe in mutual trust. Employees are respected and empowered to explore new and better ways to impact the success of the company. Employees, at every level, are valued for their motivation to deliver the best products and service. We are in this together. Charter has a thriving team environment. Part of being a family means we collaborate, learn, thrive and benefit - together. We are committed to your future. The forward thinking and enthusiasm from our team drives us to create resources and opportunities for employees to learn, develop and create their own future. We celebrate you. We are successful because of our employees — and their great work doesn't go unnoticed. We recognize and reward our employees for their contributions. Visit our website to learn more about our family of companies. View our 2022 Sustainability Report. To review our data use practices, visit our Company Privacy Policy.

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