Regional Continuous Improvement Manager

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

About The Opportunity

We are looking for a Regional Continuous Improvement Manager who will lead continuous improvement and Lean initiatives across multiple manufacturing plants. This role builds an “Everybody, Every Day” improvement culture and provides structure, leadership, and facilitation to drive sustainable operational results.

In this role, you’ll work closely with frontline and plant teams, lead cross‑functional improvement events, support strategic projects, and coach employees at all levels on problem solving and waste reduction.

If you enjoy driving process improvements, leading change, and helping teams work smarter and safer, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead continuous improvement/Lean activities across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Solve complex operational problems aligned with company strategic goals.
• Identify improvement opportunities with frontline employees and coach them on waste elimination.
• Partner with Production and Administrative teams to remove recurring issues and standardize processes.
• Facilitate cross‑functional Kaizen events and other improvement workshops.
• Support and sustain improvement initiatives to achieve measurable results.
• Manage and maintain the corporate continuous improvement toolkit.
• Serve as Project Manager for key strategic projects as needed.
• Collaborate with Regional CI Managers across the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Bring – Experience, Skills & Education

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong facilitation, coaching, and project management abilities.
• Ability to make independent decisions within broad guidelines.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on safety.
• Strong analytical and conceptual problem‑solving skills.
• Initiative and willingness to act proactively.
• Ability to build relationships and coach employees at all levels.
• Ability to manage stress and lead by example.
• Ability to assess performance and support development of others.
• Availability outside normal business hours.

Preferred

• Lean or Six Sigma certification (not required but beneficial).
• Experience leading Kaizen or structured improvement events.

Key Skills for Success

• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Change Management
• Coaching & Facilitation
• Strong Follow‑Through
• Relationship Building

Travel Requirements

• Up to 70% domestic and international travel, including overnight stays.
• Ability to travel on weekends as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and clean Motor Vehicle Report required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a passport.

Work Environment

Primarily plant‑based with regular time in manufacturing facilities. May require extended periods of walking, standing, or observing production processes.

Why ORBIS?

At ORBIS, you’ll join a team that values new ideas and continuous improvement. You’ll work with people who support each other and want to make processes better every day. ORBIS is part of the Menasha family, which offers strong company values, stability, and room to grow your career. You’ll have the chance to make a real impact across multiple plants while helping teams work safer, smarter, and more efficiently.

#ORBIS

Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.

Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today’s supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability. 

Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries. 

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you’ll have opportunities to grow. 

The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!

Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.