Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement (Hybrid 3/days)

 

Who we are

In a life without sound, our work provides meaning. As a leading provider of innovative hearing care solutions, we are not just a company that makes products; we are a team on a mission to help people enjoy the delight of hearing. To enable a life without limitations, through our core business brands – Advanced Bionics, Audiological Care, Phonak, Sennheiser (under license) and Unitron – we develop, manufacture and distribute solutions that push the limits of technology and redefine the future of our industry.

 

Sonova USA – Aurora, IL

Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement

Sonova is looking for a Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement to lead the implementation of Lean methodologies and drive efficiency improvements across manufacturing and back-office processes. This role will work closely with department leaders to identify opportunities for process optimization and ensure improvements align with regulatory and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Lead by example and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
• Process Optimization: Use tools like Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and 5S to identify and implement efficiency gains.
• Collaboration: Work with manufacturing and department leaders to achieve productivity goals and create Kaizen teams for improvement initiatives.
• Coaching & Reporting: Provide leadership and coaching to project teams, report progress to senior leadership, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Visual Management: Establish visual management systems to track and report on improvements.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years in a continuous improvement environment, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Lean Certification required, Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication and analytical skills, with experience in ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).

 

Travel

• Yes

 

A minimum of 200Mb/sec download and 10Mb/sec upload speed internet connectivity is required to support any remote/hybrid employee functionality at Sonova

Don't meet all the criteria?  If you’re willing to go all in and learn we'd love to hear from you! 

We are looking forward to receiving your application via our online job application platform. For this position only direct applications will be considered. Sonova does not recruit via app, telegram, carrier pigeon or any other format that does not include speaking with an actual human. If you are offered a job without speaking with someone please contact  

 

 What we offer:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage*
• Health Savings, Health Reimbursement, Flexible Spending/Dependent Care Accounts
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