Continuous Improvement Manager Job at ITW (Middlefart)

Continuous Improvement Manager

ITW

Location:
Denmark , Middlefart

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Are you passionate about optimizing processes and leading change? We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to shape and drive our strategy for operational excellence within our Wood Nailing Business Unit. In this role, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives that ensure our manufacturing processes remain agile, efficient, and aligned with our premium market position. Working closely with teams across our sites in Denmark and Spain, you’ll foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture that accelerates success through shared goals and best practices. Your deep understanding of continuous improvement in an operational setting, strong international communication skills, and ability to engage with cross-functional teams will be essential. You will identify key improvement opportunities, streamline processes, and implement impactful changes that deliver measurable results.

Job Responsibility:

Champion a proactive safety culture, acting as a key stakeholder in ITW’s safety journey by contributing to initiatives and continuously raising the bar on procedures and operational standards
Coordinate and follow up on continuous improvement actions that defined by the business unit’s strategic operational goals
Simplify work methodologies using an 80/20 mindset, focusing on high-impact deliverables and reliable execution plans
Develop and execute industrialization roadmaps that align with business growth and evolving market demands
Build strong business cases for CAPEX projects, evaluating cost, benefit, risk, and return to support strategic decisions
Foster strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to drive innovation and operational excellence
Align improvement strategies with broader business objectives to ensure a cohesive and efficient growth path
Lead and inspire teams by scaling production capabilities, optimizing processes, and deploying ITW’s toolbox effectively
Collaborate in cross-functional teams to develop creative solutions to operational challenges
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, industry best practices, and internal policies across all industrialization and partnership activities
Support talent development, ensuring the team has the right skills and resources to execute strategies effectively

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrialization, or a related technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a technical or operations environment, with a strong background in continuous improvement
Demonstrated commitment to safety, with experience contributing to a proactive safety culture
Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and driving performance
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills and a team-oriented mindset
Effective leadership and team development capabilities, with a focus on coaching and empowerment
Solid operational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and execute in a dynamic environment

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Job Posted:
February 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

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