Continuous Improvement Manager

Regal Rexnord

Continuous Improvement Manager at Regal Rexnord leading operational excellence initiatives. Focusing on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth performance improvement in Radford, VA.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRadford • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that support Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Growth (SQDCG) performance
Partner with site leadership to develop and execute a practical CI roadmap aligned to business priorities
Lead problem-solving efforts with operations teams to address performance gaps and improve KPIs
Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and on-the-floor improvement activities (Gemba-focused)
Apply and coach teams on Lean tools, including 5S, flow, standard work, visual management, and root cause problem solving (5 Whys)
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and customer experience
Support deployment of daily management systems and reinforce leader standard work
Track key metrics and ensure visibility of performance through visual management and reporting
Partner cross-functionally (operations, engineering, quality, and commercial teams) to drive alignment and execution of improvement priorities
Help build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement across the site

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field
7+ years of professional experience in Manufacturing or Program Management, specifically around Continuous Improvement or Lean
Demonstrated experience in mixed-model, low-volume/high-mix manufacturing environments
Proven ability to implement and manage CI performance metrics, KPIs, and cost savings initiatives
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive decision-making
Experience coaching teams on structured problem-solving methods (e.g., 5 Whys, root cause analysis)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Hands-on leadership style with a strong presence on the plant floor
Experience influencing without authority and leading change
Ability to travel up to 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
Paid Time Off and Holidays
401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Paid Leaves
Tuition Assistance

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Hard Skills & Tools

Lean5Sflowstandard workvisual managementroot cause problem solving5 WhysKPI managementprocess improvementdata interpretation

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillshands-on leadershipinfluencing without authorityproblem-solvingcommunicationaccountabilityengagementchange managementmulti-priority management