Aerospace Lean Six Sigma Leader

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

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing in Oxnard is seeking a hands-on Continuous Improvement Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives across manufacturing and operations, driving cost, quality, delivery, and productivity improvements.

You will champion continuous improvement programs using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methodologies, lead cross-functional projects, and partner with leadership to improve business performance. The role requires Lean Six Sigma certification and 7+ years of experience.

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

Leadership

Project Management

Data Analytics

Change Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business or related field

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Job description

Ultimate Staffing in Oxnard is seeking a hands-on Continuous Improvement Manager to lead operational excellence initiatives across manufacturing and operations, driving cost, quality, delivery, and productivity improvements.

You will champion continuous improvement programs using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven methodologies, lead cross-functional projects, and partner with leadership to improve business performance. The role requires Lean Six Sigma certification and 7+ years of experience.