[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Xylem jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Xylem · Montecchio Maggiore # Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist Montecchio Maggiore Senior individual contributor Listed on Xylem’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Xylem’s careers site →](https://xylem.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/xylem-careers/job/Montecchio-Maggiore/Continuous-Improvement-Specialist_R47524) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Xylem](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/) / Senior Continuous Improvement Specialist ## Job description Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. The Continuous improvement Specialist supports and leads continuous improvement initiatives across both manufacturing and transactional environments, reporting to the CI Manager. The role focuses on improving key business processes using Lean methodologies, promoting a culture of continuous improvement through training and coaching, and driving measurable operational and financial results. ### Principal Responsibilities Support the definition and deployment of the Site Transformation Plan, ensuring alignment across site functions and contributing to the achievement of strategic goals, metrics, and results. Drive process improvement projects using Lean methodologies, leading problem‑solving initiatives to address bottlenecks, improve productivity, quality, and lead time across manufacturing and transactional processes. Promote and implement standard work practices to simplify processes, ensure consistency, and improve the quality of outputs. Identify improvement opportunities and manage CI projects, developing business cases, tracking project outcomes, and ensuring delivery of operational and financial benefits. Train and coach employees on Lean and Six Sigma tools, supporting the spread of the CI culture and guiding colleagues through Continuous Improvement and certification paths. ### Key Competencies Continuous Improvement mindset Cross-boundary collaboration / communication Adaptive learning Planning & process orientation Problem solving Customer orientation Inspiring accountability Solution design Teamwork Qualifications: Degree in Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics or related fields or Business Experience; At least 3 years of experience in process improvement, leading cross-functional projects (manufacturing and/or transactional environment); Basic knowledge of core Lean tools (Value Stream Mapping, Managing for Daily Improvement, 5S, Standard Work, Problem Solving, Continuous Flow, Material Flow); Superior oral & written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and tactfully with individuals at all levels within and outside of the company; Proven project management and leadership abilities in a team environment; Fluent in Italian and English written/spoken; Positive and energetic attitude; People oriented; Change and conflict management. ### Preferred Qualifications Green Belt certification is a plus LOCATION: Montecchio Maggiore (VI) ### CONTRACT Permanent - Full time - hybrid BENEFITS: company bonus and company canteen Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Jul 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 100 days - Location: Montecchio Maggiore[Apply on Xylem’s careers site →](https://xylem.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/xylem-careers/job/Montecchio-Maggiore/Continuous-Improvement-Specialist_R47524) ## More jobs at Xylem ### [Manutentore Elettromeccanico](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/jobs/82901e506b92ed7d0c70/) Montecchio Maggiore ### [STAGE HSE (Salute, Sicurezza, Ambiente)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/jobs/dde17e6ceb8d4a4c1a8e/) Montecchio Maggiore ### [HR - People Partner (Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity leave replacement)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/jobs/72c986102bd189f5f782/) Montecchio Maggiore ### [OPERATORE MAGAZZINO (ricerca rivolta esclusivamente a persone appartenenti a Categorie Protette L. 68/99)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/jobs/b779216ee612c7edf5ae/) Montecchio Maggiore ### [OPERATORE PRODUZIONE – Assemblaggio / Lavorazioni Meccaniche (ricerca rivolta esclusivamente a persone appartenenti a Categorie Protette L. 68/99)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/xylem/jobs/0b5a93e9b974acddccb8/) Montecchio Maggiore ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Continuous Improvement Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/totalenergies/jobs/c2c6027cc9dce166854f/) TotalEnergies ### [Continuous Improvement Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/d5ff900937d17a88d358/) Siemens ### [Continuous Improvement Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/safran/jobs/83ac484bb851c1c67bc5/) Safran ### [Continuous Improvement Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/cc378dbc1d98f80a0f2d/) Eaton · Casablanca, MAR ### [Specialist: Continuous Improvement](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vodafone/jobs/2b890673c0f849c04e09/) Vodafone · Johannesburg, South Africa OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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