Director Continuous Improvement & HSE

Position Overview

The Director of Continuous Improvement & HSE is responsible for developing, implementing, and sustaining enterprise-wide Lean/CI and Environmental, Health & Safety programs across Neptune Technology Group's manufacturing operations.

This leader will drive measurable improvements in operational efficiency, product quality, and workplace safety while cultivating a culture of accountability and continuous learning — embodying Neptune’s core values: owning results with accountability, approaching every challenge with humility and mutual respect, solving problems with passion and adaptability, and winning together by bringing forth diverse perspectives.

 

Key Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement


* Design and execute a comprehensive Lean/Six Sigma and CI strategy aligned with Neptune's operational and business goals


* Lead kaizen events, value stream mapping sessions, and cross-functional improvement projects


* Champion the deployment and administration of Dozuki software for digital work instructions, SOPs, and knowledge management across the manufacturing floor


* Track and report CI KPIs including OEE, cycle time reduction, scrap rates, and cost savings


* Build and mentor a team of CI engineers and coordinators; develop CI competency at all levels of the organization


* Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities

 

Health, Safety, & Environmental (HSE)


* Develop, manage, and continuously improve the facility's HSE management system in compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable regulations


* Lead incident investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action programs to drive toward zero-harm performance


* Oversee environmental compliance programs including waste management, air permitting, and hazardous materials handling


* Design and deliver HSE training programs; ensure completion and effectiveness across all shifts and roles


* Chair the facility Safety Committee and serve as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies during audits and inspections


* Maintain accurate HSE records, metrics, and required regulatory reporting

 

Leadership & Interpersonal Skills


* Champions ONE Neptune by modeling and reinforcing a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence — ensuring zero-harm performance is a shared value at every level of the organization (Own It)


* Drives alignment and improvement initiatives across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply chain without relying on direct authority — influencing through credibility, data, and shared purpose (Be Humble)


* Communicates CI and HSE performance results clearly across all levels — from the production floor to the executive team — with strong storytelling grounded in operational data and business impact


* Balances long-term strategic vision for operational excellence with pragmatic, hand...