Operational Excellence: Lean Process Improvement Lead

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist for a manufacturing client to identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Six Sigma-driven solutions. The role focuses on improving productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness across departments.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional workshops, develop KPIs, and mentor teams in process optimization, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field related to manufacturing.
• 4+ years of experience in process improvement or operations analysis.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks and opportunities.
• Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives and kaizen events.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure impact of improvements.
• Create flowcharts, SOPs, and training materials.
• Coach employees on process improvement techniques.
• Collaborate with management to set improvement goals and roadmaps.
• Monitor industry best practices to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Process mapping

Cross-functional collaboration

Training & coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process mapping tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Process Improvement Specialist for a manufacturing client to identify inefficiencies and implement Lean Six Sigma-driven solutions. The role focuses on improving productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness across departments.

The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional workshops, develop KPIs, and mentor teams in process optimization, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.