Continuous Improvement Specialist

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Specialist
Location: Holland, MI
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 am–2:30 pm — no mandatory weekends

Make Better, Smarter, Simpler Every Day

At Tiara Yachts, our drive to build excellence doesn’t stop at the boats we craft — it extends to how we work. As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you’ll be a catalyst for smarter systems, smoother operations, and stronger leadership. From coaching team members to refining production processes, you’ll help weave continuous improvement into the culture of Tiara and build momentum toward operational excellence.

If you love helping others improve, enjoy problem-solving across departments, and want to lead meaningful change, this role will put you at the heart of our transformation.

What You’ll Do:

• Coach and mentor site leadership and frontline teams on Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and principles
• Deliver engaging CI training content and support learning at every level of the organization
• Support leaders in implementing visual management systems aligned with Tiara Performance System (TPS) standards
• Identify performance gaps and partner with leadership to build sustainable improvement plans
• Analyze processes, procedures, and materials for cost savings and efficiency opportunities
• Lead or support the development of model lines and continuous improvement pilots
• Track and report improvements, cost savings, and strategic progress
• Participate in yearly strategic planning and help execute key initiatives
• Flex across multiple shifts as needed to support teams and drive alignment
• Demonstrate curiosity and coachability — modeling a growth mindset every day

What It Takes:

• 2+ years of experience leading or coaching Lean manufacturing principles
• 4+ years of experience in a fast-paced production or manufacturing environment
• Proven knowledge of CI tools: PDCA, FMDS, process mapping, strategy deployment, etc.
• Strong data and process analysis skills with the ability to present clearly across all levels
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Smartsheet
• Highly organized, with excellent time management and follow-through skills
• Collaborative and adaptable, with strong communication and coaching abilities
• Able to work independently while being a strong team contributor

Why This Job is Special:

This is where people, process, and purpose come together. As a Continuous Improvement Specialist, you won’t just make things better — you’ll help others grow, guide leaders toward clarity, and contribute to a company culture that values progress over perfection. You’ll be a builder of not just systems, but of people.

Drive the change. Empower the people. Improve what matters.
Apply today to become a Continuous Improvement Specialist at Tiara Yachts — where better never stops.