Senior operations leader – continuous improvement (hands-on)we are looking for a senior operations leader to drive continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in north america (us & mexico).this is not a corporate or purely strategic role — it's a position for someone who thrives on the shop floor, solving real problems and delivering measurable results.key responsibilities:- driving improvements in kpis such as efficiency, scrap, and productivity- leading initiatives directly on the plant floor (gemba)- owning projects from root cause analysis through implementation and follow-up- collaborating closely with operations, engineering, and quality teams- supporting production transfers (us ? Mexico)what makes you a strong fit:- strong experience in continuous improvement / operational excellence in manufacturing- hands-on expertise in lean, six sigma, vsm, and structured problem solving- a practical, execution-driven mindset — someone who gets things done- ability to influence without direct authority- comfortable working in fast-paced, multi-site environmentsthis role is ideal for someone who:- prefers being in the plant- enjoys solving complex operational problems- wants to create tangible, measurable impactregional scope | up to 50% travel