About Us:

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers’ needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products. Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications. Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company.

 

BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller’s unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential. With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

 

Job Description:

Director of Continuous Improvement & Quality

Machine Solutions – Global Manufacturing Operations
Full-Time | Approx. 50% Travel (Domestic & International)

Machine Solutions is a leading provider of specialized equipment used in the production of life-changing medical devices. As we continue to grow across multiple manufacturing sites worldwide, we are seeking a hands-on, high-impact Director of Continuous Improvement & Quality to elevate operational excellence and quality performance across our network.

This role is ideal for a leader who thrives as both a strategic thinker and a player/coach—someone who can build structure where needed, optimize mature systems, and personally lead improvement efforts that deliver measurable results.

About the Role

The Director of Continuous Improvement & Quality is responsible for shaping and driving the company-wide CI and Quality strategy while directly supporting sites at varying levels of maturity. This leader will embed Lean and Six Sigma practices into daily operations, strengthen and harmonize Quality Management Systems (QMS), and build capability across a diverse global footprint.

With limited dedicated CI resources at some locations, you won’t just guide the work—you’ll roll up your sleeves and lead key projects, mentor site teams, and ensure sustainable processes that improve cost, efficiency, throughput, and product quality. Several Machine Solutions sites maintain ISO 9001 certification, and select product lines are subject to FDA Class II requirements—making this a critical role in both operational excellence and compliance.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and execute a pragmatic CI and Quality strategy aligned with business objectives and the unique maturity of each site.

• Serve as both a strategic leader and hands-on practitioner of Lean, Six Sigma, and quality methodologies.

• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, discipline, and accountability across all levels of the organization.

• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Commercial, and Service teams to drive alignment and execution.

• Work closely with site leaders to integrate CI and QMS priorities into operational plans, KPIs, and performance expectations.

Continuous Improvement (CI) Execution

• Act as the primary CI resource for sites lacking dedicated support—personally leading kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process optimization.

• Coach site leaders and emerging CI practitioners on Lean and Six Sigma tools to drive sustainable business results.

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