Continuous Improvement Manager

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Flower Mound, TX, USA
In-Office
130K-216K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech
The Role
Leads cross-functional continuous improvement and project portfolio initiatives across a manufacturing site. Applies Lean and Six Sigma methods, facilitates Kaizen events, value stream mapping, Gemba walks, and process optimization. Analyzes operational data through time studies, labor modeling, capacity assessments, and line balancing. Coaches leaders and teams on continuous improvement practices, manages project delivery and budgets, tracks portfolio performance, and maintains the site’s Kaizen roadmap and knowledge base.
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Work Flexibility: Onsite

Join Stryker in a role that combines continuous improvement leadership with project portfolio management to support operational excellence across the site. This position leads cross-functional initiatives, applies Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and manages strategic projects that align with business and manufacturing objectives. The role offers the opportunity to work across functions, drive process improvement activities, and support the advancement of a high-performing operational environment.

What You Will Do

  • Lead cross-functional continuous improvement and project management initiatives from scope definition through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

  • Facilitate value stream mapping, Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and problem-solving activities to identify waste, improve process flow, and support productivity targets.

  • Manage the site project portfolio, track progress against commitments, and communicate performance through standardized project management processes.

  • Analyze operational and manufacturing data, conduct time studies, labor modeling, capacity assessments, and line balancing activities to support process optimization decisions.

  • Coach leaders and teams on Lean manufacturing principles, Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools while maintaining the site continuous improvement knowledge base and 12-month Kaizen roadmap.

What You Will Need

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

  • Minimum 5 years of experience leading continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, or project management initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience facilitating Lean tools and methodologies, including value stream mapping, Kaizen events, standard work, and process flow improvement.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience managing cross-functional projects through all phases of the project lifecycle.

  • Experience conducting data analysis, time studies, productivity assessments, and process performance evaluations.

Preferred:

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent).

  • Experience coaching teams and leaders in DMAIC methodology and Lean Six Sigma problem-solving approaches.

  


United States of America Pay Ranges:

$129,800 - $216,400 USD Annual

  


Travel Percentage: 10%

Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of experience leading continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, operational excellence, or project management initiatives in a manufacturing environment
  • At least 3 years of experience facilitating Lean tools and methodologies, including value stream mapping, Kaizen events, standard work, and process flow improvement
  • At least 3 years of experience managing cross-functional projects through all phases of the project lifecycle
  • Experience conducting data analysis, time studies, productivity assessments, and process performance evaluations
  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field
  • Lean Six Sigma certification, such as Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent
  • Experience coaching teams and leaders in DMAIC methodology and Lean Six Sigma problem-solving approaches

Inari Medical Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inari Medical and has not been reviewed or approved by Inari Medical.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is considered competitive for many roles, with employees described as 'extremely happy' with total compensation including pay, stock, equity, and benefits. Feedback suggests above‑average salary levels across departments contribute to strong pay sentiment.
  • Healthcare Strength Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with 100% employer‑paid premiums for employees cited in multiple descriptions. Additional options like critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and wellness programs reinforce the healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off is characterized by unlimited PTO, cited as a top benefit by employees. Paid holidays and flexible hours are also referenced, expanding the range of time‑off options.

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The Company
HQ: Irvine, CA
956 Employees

What We Do

Inari Medical, Inc. is a commercial-stage medical device company focused on developing products to treat and transform the lives of patients suffering from venous diseases.

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