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Oakleaf Partnership

Continuous Improvement Manager

Oakleaf Partnership, Owensboro, Kentucky, us, 42302

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Continuous Improvement Manager

Owensboro, KY (On-Site) $100,000 - $125,000 base + bonus + benefits

We're working with a

national food manufacturer

that supplies nutritious, great-tasting products across the US. They're growing fast and investing heavily in their operations - and now they're looking for a

Continuous Improvement Manager

to join their plant team in Owensboro, KY. This is a

hands-on role

at the heart of the manufacturing process. You'll be driving Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, cutting waste, improving safety, and boosting productivity. If you enjoy solving problems, working with cross-functional teams, and making real changes on the shop floor, this could be the perfect fit.

The Opportunity

Lead and support

process improvement projects

across the plant.

Use tools like

Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping

to streamline operations.

Conduct

time studies, root cause analyses, and process mapping

to identify bottlenecks.

Partner with operations, quality, and engineering teams to

implement best practices .

Track project outcomes, report on KPIs, and

deliver measurable cost savings .

Act as a

change agent

- coaching, training, and building a culture of Continuous Improvement.

What We're Looking For

5+ years' experience in

food or manufacturing environments

with a focus on process improvement.

Strong knowledge of

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other CI tools

(Green Belt preferred).

Skilled in

data analysis, problem-solving, and influencing others without authority .

Comfortable working in a

fast-paced plant environment .

Bonus points if you bring

meat processing experience, GMP knowledge, or bilingual (English/Spanish)

skills.

Be part of a

growing national business

with strong backing and long-term stability.

Join a

collaborative, team-oriented culture

built around urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Competitive salary ($100-$125K base) +

annual bonus

+ benefits.

Opportunities to

earn certifications

(Lean/Six Sigma) and progress into broader leadership roles.