Continuous Improvement Manager

Continuous Improvement Manager

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Continuous Improvement Manager to join an expanding paper packaging manufacturer in Pryor, Oklahoma, near the Tulsa area. This is a fully on-site role. As the Continuous Improvement Manager, you will raise the bar on operational excellence across both the paper mill and the converting plant, applying lean methods, steering cost reduction efforts, and building a lasting improvement mindset throughout the operation.

What You'll Do

• Coach mill and converting teams on lean manufacturing tools and push for their disciplined, ongoing use.
• Run quarterly loss analyses that pinpoint the biggest operational gaps, then tie site action plans to the highest-value fixes.
• Spearhead savings and cost reduction projects grounded in Lean and Six Sigma practices.
• Mine loss data on a recurring basis to surface fresh improvement targets.
• Lead problem-solving as the site's go-to resource, walking teams through difficult issues with the DMAIC framework.
• Join forces with cross-functional groups to embed process gains that last.
• Champion a site culture built on continuous improvement, ownership, and operating discipline.
• Align improvement priorities with leadership so every initiative supports business goals.
• Measure, analyze, and report KPIs that show how well each initiative is performing.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5–6 years of relevant experience.
• Solid grasp of Manufacturing Operations and Lean Principles.
• Track record leading Continuous Improvement initiatives within a Paper Manufacturing setting.
• Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma methods, including DMAIC problem solving.
• Required proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated strength in Team Coaching, building systems, and contributing effectively as part of a leadership team.
• Hands-on, results-focused style with the influence to drive Change Management across the organization.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred:

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Power BI or SAP.

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Salary: $105,000–$130,000 annually
• Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; on-site in Pryor, Oklahoma
• Benefits: Relocation assistance provided

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.