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Continuous Improvement Manager - Plastics Manufacturing (Film and Compounding) - Base Salary to 100k/year - Los Angeles, CA

• Our client, a well-established plastics manufacturer specializing in film extrusion and compounding operations, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager to lead continuous improvement initiatives and help drive a culture of Lean Manufacturing throughout the facility. This individual will partner with leadership and production teams to develop, implement, and sustain Lean principles while coaching employees at all levels to improve operational performance, eliminate waste, and support long-term organizational change.
• This position plays a key role in developing the site's Lean vision, establishing a continuous improvement strategy, and ensuring successful implementation across manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities:

• Coach leaders, supervisors, and employees on Lean Manufacturing principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Guide production teams through Lean implementation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead organizational change by influencing employees at all levels through coaching, mentoring, and hands-on instruction.
• Develop and maintain the site's Lean roadmap and ensure initiatives remain on schedule.
• Track Lean implementation progress using quantitative and qualitative performance metrics.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and standardized work.
• Ensure compliance with established Lean processes, systems, and continuous improvement tools.
• Support the development and implementation of management systems including:
  • Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
  • Gemba Walks
  • Management Boards
  • Standard Work
  • Flow Analysis
• Facilitate problem-solving activities and encourage sustainable process improvements throughout manufacturing operations.
• Celebrate successes while helping teams learn from improvement opportunities and challenges.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• 3+  years of experience leading Lean transformation initiatives within an organization.
• Demonstrated experience driving Lean leadership and organizational change across multiple levels of an organization.
• Proven ability to influence teams through coaching, mentoring, teaching, and hands-on leadership.
• Experience developing employee engagement and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and change management skills.

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 85k - 100k/year range
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k

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