Lean CI Technician – Boost Plant Efficiency

POM Wonderful

Del Rey (CA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits
401k with match

Job summary

POM Wonderful in California is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to support plant improvement efforts through KPI tracking, daily management, and hands-on problem solving. You will work with operations and maintenance to implement practical improvements and sustain standard work.

The role requires Lean tools experience, 3+ years in manufacturing, and a focus on OEE and waste reduction. Occasional travel and after-hours work during peak season are possible.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in manufacturing or related industrial environment.
  • Experience with Lean principles and PDCA, 5S, standard work.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting and organizational skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with frontline staff and cross‑functional teams.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data tracking systems.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain floor presence to observe operations and spot improvement opportunities.
  • Coach frontline teams in Lean tools to close process gaps.
  • Support improvements by following up and reinforcing standard work.
  • Lead or support Lean initiatives using structured problem solving.
  • Attend shift FMDS meetings and reinforce daily management.
  • Facilitate root cause analysis using PDCA, 5 Whys and fishbone.
  • Collect data, analyze trends, and report KPIs for improvements.
  • Document processes and track improvement activity.
  • Use process mapping to optimize forklift movement and layout.
  • Occasional travel to support improvement activities.
  • Occasional off-hours/weekend work for 24/7 operation.

Skills

Lean manufacturing
PDCA
5S
Standard work
Root cause analysis
Visual management
Analytical skills
Communication
Excel

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Industrial technology, Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business or related technical discipline

Tools

Power BI
MES
CMMS
SAP

Job description

POM Wonderful in California is seeking a Continuous Improvement Technician to support plant improvement efforts through KPI tracking, daily management, and hands-on problem solving. You will work with operations and maintenance to implement practical improvements and sustain standard work.

The role requires Lean tools experience, 3+ years in manufacturing, and a focus on OEE and waste reduction. Occasional travel and after-hours work during peak season are possible.

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