Continuous Improvement Specialist

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Dallas, TX, USA
In-Office
Mid level
Manufacturing
The Role
Lead and sustain continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve quality, delivery, and cost. Analyze processes, facilitate kaizen events and training, generate metrics, resolve operational issues, collaborate cross-functionally, and support sustainment of standard work and performance monitoring.
Summary Generated by Built In

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: 
This role supports Creation Technologies' Continuous Improvement strategy by leading and sustaining improvement 
activities that enhance operational performance and engage employees at all levels.  

REPORTING STRUCTURE: 
REPORTS TO CI MANAGER OR CI DIRECTOR 
DIRECT REPORTS (if applicable): None 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to: 

  • Lead small to medium CI projects using Lean and Six Sigma tools to drive measurable improvements in quality, delivery, and cost. 
  • Analyze processes, map workflows, and identify waste and variation to recommend targeted improvements that support operational goals. 
  • Facilitate kaizen events, team discussions, and improvement workshops to build engagement and support successful implementation. 
  • Train employees on basic CI tools and methods to strengthen problem-solving capabilities across the site. 
  • Review operational data, generate project metrics, and communicate progress to functional leaders to ensure visibility and alignment. 
  • Resolve moderately complex operational issues using structured problem-solving techniques to support daily performance improvement. 
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, engineering, and supply chain to ensure improvements are integrated into daily operations. 
  • Support sustainment activities by validating standard work, monitoring performance, and escalating risks to maintain long-term results. 
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 
Education 

  • • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field. 
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred or equivalent experience. 

Experience 

  • 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement roles. 
  • Demonstrated experience leading CI projects with measurable outcomes. 

Skills Required 

  • Proficiency in Lean tools, process mapping, and data analysis. 
  • Ability to identify waste, conduct root cause analysis, and propose effective solutions. 
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills for leading events and team discussions. 
  • Familiarity with analytics tools such as Minitab or similar software. 
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and influence without formal authority. 
  • Strong organizational skills, including project planning and documentation. 

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!


Creation Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.


If you require any accommodations to complete the application process or need the job posting in an alternative format, please email [email protected]. You will be connected with our Talent Acquisition team.


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Canada: Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field
  • 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement roles
  • Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement projects with measurable outcomes
  • Proficiency in Lean tools, process mapping, and data analysis
  • Familiarity with analytics tools such as Minitab or similar software
  • Ability to identify waste, conduct root cause analysis, and propose effective solutions
  • Strong facilitation and communication skills for leading events and team discussions
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and influence without formal authority
  • Strong organizational skills, including project planning and documentation
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience

Creation Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are included as part of the core package, and feedback suggests time off is workable for many employees. Experiences differ by site and tenure, but the offering aligns with common manufacturing norms.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Mental‑health resources, safety initiatives, and wellness supports are highlighted alongside flexible scheduling. These non-cash supports add value beyond base pay for some roles.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Overtime eligibility for hourly roles and periodic bonuses are present in some contexts, providing additional earning avenues. Feedback suggests these elements can meaningfully supplement base pay when workloads are high.

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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
1,823 Employees
Year Founded: 1991

What We Do

Creation Technologies is an award-winning Global Electronics Manufacturing Services provider, with a proven track record of helping OEM customers increase profitability, reduce risk, improve their customer satisfaction and time-to-revenue. Creation has locations in USA, Canada, Mexico & Asia, and is headquartered in Boston, MA United States. Privately owned and financially stable with over 30 years of operating profitability since Creation was founded in 1991. If you'd like more information on how our Full Product Development and End-to-End Manufacturing solutions can improve your time-to-market, call +1.877.734.7456 or email us [email protected]. ____ 13 Manufacturing Locations • Vancouver, BC • Hermosillo, Mexico • Boise, ID • Everett, WA • Denver, CO • Albuquerque, NM • Dallas, TX • St Peter, MN • Milwaukee, WI • Rochester, NY • Mississauga, ON • Toronto, ON • Changzhou, China Full Product Realization Center including Engineering Prototyping, Low Volume Manufacturing, Test & Design Services, Global Commodities Services, and Global Supplier Quality Leadership: • Denver, CO _______ What Makes Us Unique? • Premier Customer Relationships & Mindshare • Customer-Focused Business Model • Regional Support, Global Capabilities • Full Service Solutions: Excellence in Design, Test, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, After-Market Services We build premier customer relationships with companies whose business goals align with ours. Our experience tells us this is critical to the success of the relationship. We serve OEMs requiring medium-volume, complex design and manufacturing solutions in these markets: • Medical • Tech Industrial • Defense, Security & Aerospace Learn more at: www.creationtech.com

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