Hiring: Program Manager, Continuous Improvement Company: Entegris Location: Aurora, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:07:08 Target Skills & Keywords : Aurora, Digital Transformation, Program Management, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •8-10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale and diverse manufacturing footprint •10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale and diverse manufacturing footprint Required Skills: •Our campus in Aurora, IL (Two sites, Aurora Pads & Aurora Slurries) •Is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead Engineer •Lead Continuous Improvement projects by identifying high value losses (i.e. in yield, output, delivery, labor, scrap etc.), prioritizing, involving necessary resources, following structured approaches, delivering and sustaining expected results within the committed timelines. •Lead Continuous Improvement strategic initiative deployments: Develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes and eliminate waste to drive Yield and process optimizations. Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive process improvements. •Assess and Optimize Processes: Conduct thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Implement Lean principles to optimize these processes prior to digital transformation. •Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to ensure that Lean improvements are integrated seamlessly with digital technologies. •Drive Cultural Change: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Provide training and support to employees to adopt Lean methodologies and new digital tools and processes. •Monitor and Measure Impact: Establish metrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for further enhancement. Compensation: •$120,000 - $147,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!