Continuous Improvement Program Manager Jobs in Colorado

The EHS, Continuous Improvement (CI) & Production Planner plays a vital role in fostering a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment. This position is responsible for leading environmental, health, and safety (EHS) initiatives, driving continuous improvement efforts, and developing effective production plans that meet customer demand while upholding quality and operational excellence.

By integrating safety leadership, process optimization, and strategic scheduling, this role ensures smooth operations, maximizes efficiency, and supports consistent, on-time delivery. As a key contributor to operational success, this position directly impacts service levels, cost performance, and overall business growth.

What You’ll Do

1. Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS)

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture across all shifts and departments
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and local regulatory requirements
• Develop, implement, and maintain safety policies, procedures, and training programs
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and Gemba walks
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions; perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Maintain SDS compliance and hazard communication programs
• Track and report safety KPIs (recordables, near misses, safety observations)
• Coordinate emergency response plans, drills, and safety committees

2. Continuous Improvement (CI)

• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Visual Management, Heijunka)
• Identify process inefficiencies and lead improvement projects to increase productivity and reduce waste
• Facilitate root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, A3 problem solving) for quality and operational issues
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Develop and maintain KPIs and dashboards to monitor performance
• Lead training and coaching for supervisors and operators on CI tools and methodologies
• Support cost reduction initiatives (scrap reduction, labor efficiency, process optimization)

3. Production Planning

• Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules based on demand, capacity, and material availability
• Ensure on-time delivery performance (standard and rush orders)
• Coordinate with Purchasing, Prepress, and Manufacturing to align supply and demand
• Monitor WIP levels, inventory turns, and Kanban systems
• Adjust schedules in real-time to address machine downtime, labor constraints, or priority changes
• Analyze capacity and recommend improvements to meet forecasted demand
• Support planning for peak periods and contingency planning

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safety: Zero recordable incidents
• Quality: Reduction in defects and customer claims
• Delivery: On-Time to Promise ≥ 99.5% (All Products), ≥ 98% (Rush)
• Cost: Reduction in scrap, labor %, and operational waste
• Inventory: Improved inventory turns and reduced excess/obsolete stock
• CI: Number and impact of improvement initiatives implemented

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, or related field (preferred)
• 3–5+ years of experience in manufacturing, EHS, CI, or production planning
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety systems
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and production scheduling
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and leadership skills

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Safety Leadership & Accountability
• Data-Driven Decision Making
• Process Optimization & Lean Thinking
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Problem Solving & Root Cause Analysis
• Time Management & Prioritization

Work Environment

• Manufacturing floor environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and moving equipment
• Ability to support multiple shifts as needed
• 100% on-site position, no hybrid or remote work available

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate office equipment (e.g., keyboard, mouse, phone)
• Visual acuity to read and produce printed and digital documents
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds (e.g., office supplies, sample materials, marketing displays)
• Ability to move about the office or attend meetings in various areas of the building
• Clear verbal communication, in person and via phone or video conferencing
• Ability to safely navigate through a light industrial environment for collaboration with production teams
• Occasional climbing, stooping, bending and overhead reaching

Why StickerGiant?

• Core Benefits:
• Health, dental, and vision offered at reduced rates.
• High-deductible health plan enrollees will receive an annual company contribution towards your HSA
• Life insurance and short-term disability insurance covered at 100%
• Voluntary benefits include accident & critical illness, long-term disability, identity theft insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave: Paid parental leave for employees who qualify for FMLA
• 401(k): Company matches 100% of the first 1% of your pay, and 50% of the next 5%
• Compensation Range: $75,000 - $95,000 annually
• This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Annual Bonus: Eligible for an annual bonus, which is discretionary and based on company performance.

We care a great deal about creating an environment where all Giants can bring their whole selves to work and to provide all candidates with an equitable, inclusive and accessible recruitment process in alignment with our values. At StickerGiant, we provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, citizenship status, political opinion, social group, ethnic origin, marital status, union affiliation, union sympathy, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, termination, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. If you prefer accommodation during the recruiting process, or you have feedback about your candidate experience at StickerGiant, please contact the People+Culture team.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 5 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.