Director of CIPS (Continuous Improvement Process Solution)

Who We Are:  

IPS opened its doors in 2007 to become the industry's leading service provider, offering single-source electromechanical and power management solutions to enhance the reliability of critical infrastructure. Today, IPS has the industry's largest network of remanufacturing locations, distribution centers, and field service offices across North America and the United Kingdom, serving over 30,000 customer locations across a wide range of end uses, including power generation, utilities, water and wastewater, petrochemicals, air separation, oil and gas, metals, mining, paper, aggregates, cement, hospitals, universities, commercial buildings, and data centers.

IPS offers excellent career growth opportunities and is expanding its talented workforce to meet rising demand. By joining IPS, you'll learn from industry experts and discover your potential while being part of a team committed to our shared values: Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Customer Focus, and Entrepreneurial Spirit.

Responsibilities and Expectations: 

As a Continuous Improvement Process Solution Director, you will be the main point of contact for Area General Managers and other leaders in the region. You will provide expertise and guidance in the areas of culture and change management, succession planning, Continuous Improvement Process Solution (CIPS) framework progression (the IPS Operating System), EHS training and compliance, and organizational design. This role is critical in developing and executing continuous Improvement strategies in support of the business objectives and is a connected partner for business leaders. This position reports to the Vice President of CIPS and will also support companywide growth of continuous improvement. The region for this position includes the Northeast and Midwest. 

• Partner with managers to develop and embed an organizational culture that creates both an unmatched employee and customer experience.
• Leverage change acceleration techniques to assist in driving broad change.
• Perform safety training programs, maintain, and update Job Hazard Analysis, new communication methods, Lean tools, implement 6S, and continuous improvement.
• Be an expert in and administer all environmental and government reporting programs to ensure locations are at the highest standards of environmental awareness, disposals, and environmentally conscious purchasing.
• Develop and implement all safety, emergency, and security programs, with related training.
• Partner with managers to lead the progression through the IPS Business Operating Framework.

Qualifications and Competencies: 

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment and support multiple sites.
• High sense of urgency and ability to execute. 
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite tools.

Benefits:  

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Employer Match
• Bonus Incentives 
• Tuition Reimbursement Program 
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• And more!

IPS is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation. As a federal contractor, our company is committed to maintaining a safe and drug-free workplace. Candidates for this position are required to complete a pre-employment drug screen successfully. The drug screening process will include testing for substances that may impair one's ability to perform the job safely and effectively.

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