Continuous Improvement Manager

Kdc/one Zobele Texas; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

kdc/one Zobele Texas, located in Garland, Texas, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead lean manufacturing initiatives and the Zobele Production System (ZPS). You will drive cross-functional improvements and coach teams through Kaizen events to boost productivity and quality.

Requirements include a Technical University Degree and expertise in Value Stream Mapping, 5S, TPM, SMED, Kanban and PPS, with SAP experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Kaizen.
• 5S, TPM, SMED, Kanban, Visual Management know-how.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams implementing Lean and ZPS.
• Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies to boost productivity, quality and safety.
• Organize and lead Kaizen events and Lean workshops across manufacturing and support functions.
• Train and coach employees on Lean principles and PPS.
• Measure and report key manufacturing performance indicators.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Influence/Coach

Education

Technical University Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

kdc/one Zobele Texas, 3502 Regency Crest Dr, Garland, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 5:00 AM

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emergingbeauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

Part of kdc/one, Zobele is a multinational, global leader in product development and manufacturing, key partner of the top Home & Personal Care FMCG´s companies .

To meet our growth challenges we’re looking for proactive, enthusiastic and talented professionals willing to join our team. Our Site based in Garland (Texas) , is currently looking for

The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles and the Zobele Production System (ZPS) to improve plant performance, operational efficiency, and profitability. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives, develops and coaches cross-functional teams, leads Kaizen events, and promotes a culture of operational excellence across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead cross-functional teams in implementing the Zobele Production System (ZPS) and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies to improve productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
• Organize and lead Kaizen events and Lean workshops across manufacturing and support functions.
• Train and coach employees on Lean principles, Practical Problem Solving (PPS), and continuous improvement tools.
• Drive plant-wide process improvements using Lean methodologies, including 5S, TPM, SMED, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), and Visual Management.
• Measure, monitor, and report key manufacturing performance indicators to ensure sustainable improvements.
• Coordinate continuous improvement efforts with Engineering, Product Development, Supply Chain, Quality, and other global manufacturing sites.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the organization.

Education:

• Technical University Degree.

Specific Knowledge:

• Lean Manufacturing principles and tools.
• Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, Kanban, 5S, SMED, TPM, Standard Work, and Visual Management.
• Manufacturing process analysis and continuous improvement.
• Process mapping and business process improvement.
• Manufacturing KPI analysis and performance management.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Personal Attributes / Skills and Abilities:

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence and coach employees at all organizational levels.
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Results-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Zobele by kdc/one is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, treats all applications equally and recruits purely on the basis of skills and qualifications.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any othercharacteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.

kdc/one Zobele Texas, 3502 Regency Crest Dr, Garland, Texas, United States of America