Specialist, Continuous Improvement

Entegris
vision insurance, 401(k)
United States, Colorado, Colorado Springs
Apr 10, 2026
Job Title: Specialist, Continuous Improvement Job Description: The Role: The Entegris site in Colorado Springs is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our team. This position will provide support for Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts and coaching for site Leadership and Employees in their pursuit of the Entegris PACE Values. This individual will help the business develop improvements to strategy, policy deployment, standard work and best practices using recognized Continuous Improvement Tools. What You'll Do: Process Analysis & Improvement: Lead process assessments and process mapping, using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen. Identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and root causes, and develop actionable recommendations that drive measurable improvements in efficiency, quality, and cost reduction. Project Leadership: Manage multiple operational excellence projects simultaneously, coordinating cross-functional teams and resources. Develop project charters, define deliverables, manage timelines, and ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives. Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with site leaders and front-line employees to understand business needs, secure buy-in, and drive change adoption. Change Management: Partner with Site leadership to design and implement change management strategies, communication plans, and training programs to facilitate seamless transitions and maximize adoption. Data-Driven Decision Making: Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to inform recommendations and measure project impact. Present findings and insights to diverse audiences through compelling presentations and reports. Coaching & Capability Building: Mentor and train manufacturing teams in operational excellence tools, methodologies, and mindsets, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and self-sufficiency. Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring sustained results and identifying further improvement opportunities What We Seek: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or other related Sciences degrees, Operations, Supply Chain Experience in an internship or Co-Op in the manufacturing industry preferred Lean manufacturing and operations exposure Proven ability to drive change in a matrix environment Ability to successfully motivate and maintain employee involvement while driving change Strong financial acumen Someone with experience in program management and cross-functional leaders The ability to work on-site is required for this role WHY WORK AT ENTEGRIS? Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization - not just when it's convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office. WHAT WE OFFER Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you're looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. Compensation: $72,000 - $90,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role Annual Bonus Eligible A progressive (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs Education assistance to support your learning journey Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence Company anticipates the application window closing approximately 5 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require Company to shorten or extend the application window Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.