Continuous Improvement Technician *1st Shift

The Wonderful Company; Del Rey (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401k with match

Career advancement opportunities

Mentorship program

Training and development

Job summary

The Continuous Improvement Technician at The Wonderful Company drives plant improvement through KPI tracking, daily management support, and hands-on problem solving. You’ll work with operations and maintenance to implement practical improvements, sustain standard work, and support CI across the site.

Compensation ranges from $75,000 to $85,000, final pay based on skills and experience. Expect a fast-paced, 24/7 production environment with regional travel and occasional off-hours during peak

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing/continuous improvement or related industrial environment.
• Lean manufacturing principles and CI methodologies (PDCA, 5S, standard work, RCA, visual management).
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with frontline employees and cross-functional teams.
• Excel proficiency and data-tracking experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain floor presence to observe operations and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coach frontline teams in Lean tools to address gaps and drive improvements.
• Support CI through follow-up, coaching, and reinforcement of standard work.
• Lead or support Lean initiatives using PDCA, 5 Whys, and fishbone analysis.
• Participate in shift FMDS meetings and reinforce daily management practices.
• Facilitate root cause problem-solving using PDCA, 5 Whys, and other Lean tools.
• Support data collection, trend analysis and KPI reporting to identify opportunities.
• Maintain process documentation and track improvement activity.
• Use process mapping to improve forklift movement, material flow, and layout efficiency.
• Occasional regional travel to support activities; occasional off-hours/weekends for peak season.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

PDCA

5S

Root cause analysis

Visual management

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional communication

Education

Industrial technology

Engineering

Operations Management

Tools

Power BI

MES

CMMS

SAP

Job description

From tree to table, POM Wonderful delivers a whole lot of healthy. Known for our iconic double-bubble bottle, we grow, harvest, package, and market fresh pomegranates, pomegranate arils, and a selection of delicious pomegranate-blended juices and teas. With over 9,000 acres in California’s Central Valley, POM Wonderful is committed to unleashing the antioxidant power of our handpicked pomegranates.

Job Summary

The Continuous Improvement Technician supports plant improvement efforts through KPI tracking, daily management support, and hands‑on problem solving. This role works with operations and maintenance teams to help implement practical improvements, sustain standard work, and support continuous improvement activities across the site.

Compensation - $75,000.00 - $85,000.00. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent presence on the floor to observe operations, support teams, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coach frontline teams in applying Lean tools to address process gaps and drive improvements
• Support continuous improvement efforts through follow‑up, coaching, and reinforcement of standard work.
• Lead or support improvement initiatives using Lean and structured problem‑solving methods.
• Participate in shift FMDS meetings and reinforce daily management practices.
• Facilitate root cause problem‑solving activities using PDCA, 5 whys, fishbone analysis and other lean tools.
• Support data collection, trend analysis and KPI reporting to identify operational improvement opportunities.
• Maintain process documentation and track improvement activity.
• Use process mapping and flow analysis to identify opportunities to improve forklift movement, material flow, and layout efficiency.
• Occasional regional travel as needed to support improvement activities.
• Occasional off‑hours and weekend work required to support a 24/7 operation, especially during peak season

Required

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, continuous improvement, operations support, or related industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies including: PDCA, 5S, standard work, root cause analysis, visual management.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with frontline employees, supervisors, and cross‑functional teams.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and manufacturing data tracking systems.
• Ability to maintain a consistent floor presence in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Supports initiatives focused on improving OEE, reducing waste, and minimizing operational losses.

Preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience supporting TPM, reliability improvement, or production efficiency initiatives.
• Exposure to manufacturing KPI systems including OEE, downtime tracking, waste analysis, and productivity reporting.
• Experience with Power BI, MES, CMMS, SAP, or other manufacturing systems preferred.
• Food & Beverage manufacturing experience preferred.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in: Industrial technology, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent combination of education, Lean training, and manufacturing experience will be considered.

Benefits

• 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.

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils.

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.

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