Manufacturing Lean Transformation Lead

Reser's Fine Foods; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Reser’s Fine Foods in Topeka, KS is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead lean manufacturing initiatives across the plant. You will drive Kaizen events, develop tools, and act as a change agent to sustain process improvements and improve KPIs.

The role requires 2–5 years manufacturing experience, preferably in food, and the ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and train teams. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; full-time with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient with Word, Excel and email; able to use reports to drive actions.
• 2–5 years of manufacturing experience; food industry preferred.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure successful implementation of lean concepts and continuous improvement.
• Lead Kaizen events, training, and education in CI processes across the plant.
• Develop and utilize tools to maximize lean effectiveness and sustain improvements.
• Mentor CI resources and share best practices across the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to drive outcomes.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Data analysis

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Associates Degree preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent required

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Reports review

Job description

Reser’s Fine Foods in Topeka, KS is seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist to lead lean manufacturing initiatives across the plant. You will drive Kaizen events, develop tools, and act as a change agent to sustain process improvements and improve KPIs.

The role requires 2–5 years manufacturing experience, preferably in food, and the ability to analyze data, prepare reports, and train teams. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; full-time with bonus potential.