Business Process Improvement Manager

Acuity Brands

  • Washington, MO
  • $80,400-144,700 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives.We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at .Job SummaryYour energy and positivity powering a bright, productive, and connected world!
Acuity are transforming building automation and the lighting industry.
As experts in energy management solutions, we offer unique technologies and services for building management.About the RoleAs a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you will be a key contributor to operational excellence at our Washington, MO site. Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations based at our headquarters in Montreal, you will be responsible for reviewing and improving key operational processes to support the successful integration into Acuity Intelligent Spaces.You will lead and support high-impact projects, including the duplication of production cells, deployment of lean methodologies, layout optimization, and the implementation of process standards. You will also work closely with the Purchasing and Planning teams to implement cycle time and capacity analysis, while driving change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new ways of working across teams. Additionally, you will serve as the backup for the Focus Factory Manager, providing operational continuity as needed.Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
  • Evaluate and improve core operational processes to align with Acuity Intelligent Spaces standards and integration objectives.
  • Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and lean initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
  • Drive the duplication and optimization of production cells, ensuring adherence to lean principles and standardized work practices.
  • Optimize plant layout, workflow, and material handling strategies in collaboration with operations leadership.
  • Contribute to the evaluation and implementation of new technologies and automation solutions in partnership with the Advanced Manufacturing group.
  • Define and implement cycle time tracking and capacity analysis tools in collaboration with the Purchasing and Planning teams.
  • Lead change management efforts to support adoption of new processes, tools, and behaviors across operational teams.
  • Develop standard work documentation and support the rollout of visual management and performance metrics.
  • Serve as the backup for the Focus Factory Manager, supporting day-to-day operations and decision-making when needed.
  • Train and coach frontline teams on lean tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, visual management, and problem-solving.
  • Track progress, report outcomes, and ensure the sustainability of improvements over time
Skills and Minimum Experience RequiredQualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, or operational excellence roles.
  • Demonstrated experience leading change in a manufacturing or operations environment.
  • Strong command of lean tools and methodologies, with a proven ability to lead impactful projects.
  • Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, ideally in assembly or electronics production.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence and engage across all levels.
  • Strong analytical mindset, especially in cycle time, capacity, and process flow evaluation.
Preferred
  • Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
  • Experience with plant layout redesign, production cell deployment, or technology integration.
  • Familiarity with multi-site operations or environments undergoing transformation and integration.
#LI-EK1The range for this position is $80,400.00 to $144,700.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant's experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click .We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Please click and for more information.Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

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