Aerospace Continuous Improvement Leader — Lean Six Sigma

Ultimate Staffing; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager in Oxnard, CA to lead operational excellence initiatives in aerospace manufacturing. You will drive cost reductions, develop KPI dashboards, and guide cross‑functional teams using Lean Six Sigma and data-driven methodologies.

The role demands 7+ years in manufacturing/ops with 3+ years in CI leadership, plus strong analytics and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent continuous improvement training.
• 7+ years of manufacturing or operations experience.
• 3+ years in a Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Lean leadership role.
• Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects with measurable results.
• Strong analytical, project management, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and sustain continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and operations.
• Drive cost reduction programs and maintain a pipeline of productivity projects.
• Partner with Finance to validate savings and measure business impact.
• Develop and manage KPI dashboards, performance metrics, and reporting processes.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and process improvement activities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and sustain results.
• Promote a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and operational excellence.
• Support strategic business objectives through performance monitoring and continuous improvement efforts.
• Present progress, results, and recommendations to site leadership.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

BI reporting

Job description

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager in Oxnard, CA to lead operational excellence initiatives in aerospace manufacturing. You will drive cost reductions, develop KPI dashboards, and guide cross‑functional teams using Lean Six Sigma and data-driven methodologies.

The role demands 7+ years in manufacturing/ops with 3+ years in CI leadership, plus strong analytics and project management skills.