Continuous Improvement Lean Practitioner

The Wonderful Company LLC; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wonderful Company is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lean Practitioner to drive productivity and eliminate losses across its iconic brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Pistachios. You will train teams in lean methods, coach process owners, and lead cross-site projects to improve performance and equipment reliability.

This full-time role requires 2–4 years in operations, Lean/Six Sigma experience, and strong change-management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in an operations role (continuous improvement, production, or quality).
• Lean and/or Six Sigma certification or significant experience.
• World Class Manufacturing methodology understanding.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of change management and adult learning.
• Willingness to travel within California; occasional travel elsewhere.
• BS in Engineering, Math, Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Train, coach, and challenge process owners in lean tools and methodologies.
• Facilitate team use of lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, PDCA).
• Manage multiple projects to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Analyze production methods to identify cost-saving improvements.
• Share best practices across sites.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Change management

Adult learning

Travel allowed

Education

BS in Engineering, Math, Science or related field

Tools

Kaizen

5S

Standard Work

PDCA

Job description

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 80,000 - USD 90,000 - yearly

Company Description

The Wonderful Company is committed to providing high-quality, healthy, and iconicbrands,includingFIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halosand helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where weoperate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.

The Continuous Improvement Lean Practitioner drives productivity and loss elimination by leading continuous improvement initiatives across The Wonderful Company. This role trains and coaches teams on Lean principles, PDCA methodology, advanced problem-solving, and process optimization while implementing Daily Direction Setting and autonomous maintenance to improve operational performance, equipment reliability, and team ownership. The position offers the opportunity to work across iconic brands including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, and Wonderful Pistachios, while making a measurable impact through Lean transformation and operational excellence.

Job Description

• Training and Coaching: Train, coach, and challenge process owners in the use of lean tools, approaches, and techniques to create sustainable management and measurement systems.
• Lean Tools Facilitation: Facilitate team use of lean tools, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, PDCA/Problem Solving Process, and identifying waste.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects to ensure on-time delivery and quality using both internal and external resources.
• Process Improvement: Investigate and analyze production methods and processes to identify improvements that drive efficiency, reduce cost, and eliminate waste.
• Best Practices: Actively seek out best practices to share and implement at the sites.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years in an operations role (such as Continuous Improvement, Production, or Quality).
• Certification or significant experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of World Class Manufacturing Methodology.
• Superior problem solving and analytical skills (both quantitative and qualitative).
• Strong written and presentation skills.
• Knowledgeable in change management and adult learning.
• Ability to travel primarily within California, with occasional travel to Oregon, Texas, Europe, Mexico, and Fiji as needed.
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, Science or related field.

Pay Range: $80,000 - $90,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:
  • 24/7 online physician consultations
  • virtual mental health resources
  • life coaching
  • engaging employee community groups
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
  • library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society:To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development and sustainability initiatives across California’s Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE’s “100 Companies That Care” list and was named one of Fortune magazine’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com .
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving , allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.

The Wonderful Company is a privately held$6 billionglobal company headquartered in Los Angeles, with more than10,000 employeesworldwide. Founded by Lynda and Stewart Resnick, Wonderful produces some of the world’s most recognized healthy food and beverage brands, including FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, Wonderful Seedless Lemons, Teleflora, and JUSTIN, Lewis Cellars, and Landmark wines.

The company alsooperatesNeptune Pacific, a shipping and supply chain company serving the Pacific, and Wonderful Real Estate, which develops and manages industrial properties in California’s Central Valley. To date, the Resnicks, along with their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have committed more than$2.5 billionto philanthropy and community investment primarily where its employees live and work. Wonderful is regularly named one of Fortune’s“100 Best Companies to Work For”and ranked No. 1 on PEOPLE magazine’s Companies That Care list.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement.We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.