Lean Transformation Leader for OpEx & Kaizen

Kastle; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Kastle is seeking an OpEx Leader to design, deploy, and sustain the Kastle Lean Operating System across regions. You will drive Kaizen events, standard work, and tiered rhythms while partnering with regional and national leaders to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and EBITDA.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coach leaders, and ensure disciplined execution of transformation initiatives with strong governance and analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or related field.
• 10+ years in operational excellence or transformation roles, with 5+ years in a leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles, Kaizen facilitation, value stream mapping, Leader Standard Work, and tiered daily management; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
• Proven track record of driving operational efficiencies and cost savings in a complex, multi-faceted organization, ideally in field service, installation, or multi-site operations.
• Experience leading change across a matrix organization and influencing leaders without direct authority.
• Proficiency in ERP and CRM systems and data analytics to drive decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy the Kastle Lean Operating System (LOS) focusing on value streams and visual management.
• Develop and maintain tiered operating rhythms that connect strategy to frontline teams.
• Lead Kaizen events and the Transformation Management roadmap with clear ownership, reviews, and governance.
• Drive Standards Council governance, process documentation, and standardized work across regions.
• Realize cost-saving opportunities and measure benefits with finance and operations leadership.

Skills

Lean principles

Kaizen facilitation

Value stream mapping

Leader Standard Work

Change management

Cross-functional leadership

Analytics & KPI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

CRM systems

Data analytics

Job description

Kastle is seeking an OpEx Leader to design, deploy, and sustain the Kastle Lean Operating System across regions. You will drive Kaizen events, standard work, and tiered rhythms while partnering with regional and national leaders to improve efficiency, customer satisfaction, and EBITDA.

You will lead cross-functional teams, coach leaders, and ensure disciplined execution of transformation initiatives with strong governance and analytics.