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DISHER

Engineering Manager

Holland, MI · On-site

Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards for mechanical design, electrical systems ... Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to eliminate process variation and ...

Keurig Dr Pepper

Maintenance Manager

Holland, MI · On-site

$96K - $140K/yr

Implement and develop Lean Daily Management (LDM) and TPM in the maintenance function. This includes identifying mechanical/maintenance leading indicators and metrics, which will measure departmental ...

Kraft Heinz Company

CI Supervisor

Holland, MI · On-site

$68K - $86K/yr

Develop and Implement Improvement Initiatives: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design ... Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS), which derives tools from systems such as Lean, Six Sigma ...

Parker

Division Quality Manager

Richland, MI

... and lean culture. This role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and optimizing an ... Oversees the effective documentation and implementation of the quality management system to assure ...

Amazon

Sr. Operations Manager

Caledonia, MI · On-site

This role involves managing and leading a team of Operations and Area Managers, coaching and ... implementation of quality improvement and process optimization initiatives, including Lean ...

Amazon

Operations Manager

Caledonia, MI · On-site

To achieve this, managers are expected to provide their team with the tools needed for success ... and implementing process improvements through: Lean process, Kaizen, and/or Six Sigma ...

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How much do lean implementation manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for lean implementation manager in Wayland, MI is $97,200.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,900.00 and $113,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lean Implementation Manager vs Continuous Improvement Specialist?

AspectLean Implementation ManagerContinuous Improvement Specialist
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, Project ManagementLean, Six Sigma, Kaizen
Work EnvironmentManufacturing, Healthcare, LogisticsManufacturing, Service Industries, Healthcare
Primary FocusLeading lean initiatives, process redesignIdentifying improvement opportunities, supporting projects

The Lean Implementation Manager typically leads lean projects, focusing on implementing process improvements across organizations. In contrast, the Continuous Improvement Specialist supports ongoing process enhancements, often working on specific projects or areas. Both roles require similar certifications and work in comparable environments, but the manager has a broader leadership responsibility, while the specialist focuses on supporting continuous improvement efforts.

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Engineering Manager

DISHER

Holland, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Engineering Manager - Holland, Michigan
DISHER is currently partnering with a food and beverage manufacturing company in Holland, Michigan to fill their Engineering Manager role. In this role, you will be responsible for driving engineering excellence across the organization. Through a team of manufacturing & controls engineers, this role establishes engineering standards, oversees capital project execution, improves manufacturing processes, and builds the engineering capabilities needed to support future growth.
What it's like to work here:
This growing company offers a first-class work environment with a real family feel. It appreciates and recognizes the hard work and dedication of its team members. The fiscal, physical, and mental health of its team members are essential elements to the organization's overall success. The company is committed to its team members' continual growth and development.
What you will get to do:
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and technical direction to the engineering team while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop the technical capabilities of the engineering team through mentoring, training, and performance development.
  • Promote collaboration between Sales, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Safety, and Supply Chain.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain engineering standards for mechanical design, electrical systems, controls architecture, automation, documentation, and project execution.
  • Ensure engineering drawings, equipment documentation, controls backups, and technical records are accurate and maintained.
  • Manage contractors, engineering consultants, equipment suppliers, and installation teams.
  • Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and achieve expected operational results.
  • Lead equipment and process improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving throughput, and minimizing waste.
  • Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to eliminate process variation and improve operational performance.
  • Provide technical oversight for plant automation systems including PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks, drives, and process control systems.
  • Participate in strategic capacity planning and facility expansion initiatives.
  • Ensure engineering activities comply with food safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and manage engineering and capital budgets.

What will make you successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within food, dairy, beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other high-speed manufacturing industries.
  • Minimum of 3 years of leadership experience managing engineering teams, technical professionals, or major capital projects.
  • Demonstrated experience leading capital projects from concept through startup and commissioning.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing operations through equipment design, process improvement, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management software; experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar engineering software preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, or similar professional certification.
  • Experience in food manufacturing or other FDA/USDA regulated industries.
  • Experience implementing engineering standards and leading manufacturing standardization initiatives.
  • Experience with ERP, CMMS, or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
  • Knowledge of food safety principles, GMPs, and sanitary equipment design.

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