CI Technician: Lean & 5S Process Improver

Eaton Corporation; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Job summary

Eaton Corporation's IS AER ITD division in Camarillo, CA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to support daily floor activities and drive Lean/CI initiatives.

Core shift hours are 6am–2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with an hourly rate of $25–$30. The role focuses on 5S+, data analysis, and productivity improvements, partnering with manufacturing and engineering to train teams and sustain CI standards.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• 1 year of experience in a continuous improvement role.
• Experience practicing Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing experience.
• Export-controlled information requires U.S. person status as defined by U.S. law.
• Must reside within a 50 mile radius of Camarillo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Assist with 5S+ programs across all operational areas; conduct regular audits and track results, drive corrective actions and accountability, train teams on 5S+ standards and expectations.
• Assist with develop, standardize, and maintain visual management systems (production boards, KPI boards, tier boards; visual controls for safety, quality, delivery, and productivity; workplace organization and labeling).
• Facilitate continuous improvement activities (Kaizen events, training; problem-solving using structured methods such as A3, 5 Whys).
• Perform Gemba walks to identify opportunities and sustain standards.
• Partner with supervisors and operators to reinforce CI culture.
• Track and report progress on CI initiatives and metrics.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

5S+ methods

Kaizen events facilitation

Job description

Eaton Corporation's IS AER ITD division in Camarillo, CA is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to support daily floor activities and drive Lean/CI initiatives.

Core shift hours are 6am–2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with an hourly rate of $25–$30. The role focuses on 5S+, data analysis, and productivity improvements, partnering with manufacturing and engineering to train teams and sustain CI standards.