1st Shift Continuous Improvement Technician – $25.02/hour

Continuous Improvement Technician – Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

Pay Range:  $23.81 - $25.02 per hour

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

What You’ll Do

As a Continuous Improvement Technician, you’ll be part of our Stanley Black & Decker team located in East Longmeadow, MA.

This role is responsible for supporting and driving CI initiatives, collaborating across shifts to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and quality. The CI Technician will primarily work the first shift but must be available to stay late as needed to interface with second shift teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support CI projects focused on process optimization, waste reduction, and productivity improvement.

• Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis, and other problem-solving activities.

• Collect and analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and quality.

• Train and coach associates on CI tools and methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.).

• Document and report progress on CI initiatives to site leadership.

• Occasionally adjust work hours to stay late (9:30AM-6:00 PM) for second shift engagement and project support.

Who You Are

You always strive to do a good job…but wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality – at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, operations, or related CI roles.

• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar CI methodologies.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively across shifts and departments.

• Willingness to work flexible hours, including occasional late shifts, to support second shift operations.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Standard schedule: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

• Occasional late coverage required (until 9:30-6:00 PM) to interface with second shift teams.

• Hourly position with eligibility for overtime as business needs require.

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan:

• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.

• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools and storage company, with a leading presence in engineered fastening. We’re visionaries. Industry 4.0 innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

The Salary range for this position is $23.81 - $24.42

• This is the lowest to highest hourly rate we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. The hourly rate offered within the range may vary depending on multiple factors including job level, geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience and in compliance with local wage requirements.​

• The hourly rate range listed in this job posting reflects the range for the primary location specified. The hourly rate range may vary for other locations.​

• The successful candidate may be eligible for general wage increases.​