Project Manager - Continuous Improvement

Unique Opportunities for Unique Individuals. If you are passionate about manufacturing and have a proven ability to implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives that drive real results, you should talk to us. Missouri Enterprise is expanding its team of Project Managers. We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Professional who thrives on working directly with manufacturers to improve performance on the plant floor and create lasting operational change. This is not a training-only role. This is a hands-on implementation role where you will work alongside clients to drive measurable impact and ensure improvements stick long after the engagement ends. Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Continuous Improvement initiatives including Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, VSM, MDI, SMED, Standard Work, and Visual Controls
• Work directly with clients on the plant floor to identify inefficiencies and implement practical solutions
• Ensure sustainability of improvements through systems, accountability, and leadership alignment
• Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and hands-on implementation events
• Drive measurable results in areas such as productivity, throughput, waste reduction, and cost savings
• Build strong client relationships that lead to long-term partnerships and additional opportunities
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, networking, and proposal support
• Maintain accurate project and client activity records in CRM systems

Key Qualifications

• Proven experience in Continuous Improvement implementation within a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to drive sustainable change, not just short-term events
• Strong working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and related methodologies
• Experience working directly with clients or cross-functional teams to implement solutions
• Ability to connect plant floor improvements to business outcomes
• Strong communication and facilitation skills
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and comfortable operating in a client-facing environment
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience

Location and Flexibility

• Must reside in or near Missouri
• Remote flexibility
• Approximately 30% travel throughout the state

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunity to work across a wide range of manufacturing industries
• A role focused on implementation and impact, not just theory
• The ability to make a measurable difference in Missouri's manufacturing sector