Director of Continuous Improvement

Job Description

Regional Director of Continuous Improvement – Food & Beverage Service Industry

We're seeking a Regional Continuous Improvement leader with expertise in high-volume/high-mix manufacturing and service operations, supply chain, and/or logistics. If you have a proven track record of leading LEAN transformation initiatives, optimizing processes, and delivering measurable improvements, we’d love to connect with you for leadership opportunities in this industry.

What We're Looking For:

✔ Bachelors degree, ideally in an Engineering discipline

✔ 7-12+ years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or Operational Excellence within a complex, fast-paced business environment

✔ Expertise in Lean tools, Six Sigma methodologies, working capital optimization, and cost-reduction strategies with strong Kaizen execution experience

✔ Strong background in standard work practices, Kanban systems, flow development, and material sequencing tools

✔ Ability to develop and execute multi-year strategic roadmaps to improve efficiency and profitability

✔ Experience using Hoshin Kanri/X-Matrix/Strategy Deployment tools

✔ Proven experience in change management and cross-functional leadership

✔ Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (or equivalent certification) preferred

✔ Willingness to travel 50% - 75%

🌎Locations:

📍California region - with easy access to LAX or SFO airports

Next Level Partners, LLC offers retained executive search services to our clients, specializing in permanent leadership placements. All applications and inquiries will be handled with the utmost discretion. This posting is for a role within our client’s organization, not our firm. If your background aligns with our client’s needs, we will share more details during initial conversations.