26 continuous improvement director jobs at 25 companies in California
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Director, Continuous Improvement
Garden Grove, California, United States
$133k-$209k/yrOnsiteFull Time
SafranEuronext Paris: SAF: Designs, manufactures, and supports aircraft engines and aerospace systems.
9+ YOEBachelor's in Engineering or Business, 8+ years in continuous improvement/manufacturing/supply chain, Lean-Sigma expertise, program management, change management, and strong communication and coaching skills.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Project, Microsoft PowerPoint, SPC, Electronic Project Tools
Director, Continuous Improvement (USA|Irvine, CA, US, 92614)
Irvine, California, United States
$195k-$230k/yrOnsiteFull Time
B. Braun: Develops and manufactures medical devices and pharmaceutical products globally.
10+ YOE5+ Mgmt10+ years in manufacturing/continuous improvement, 5+ years in management; Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt; Bachelor's degree in technical field; Master's preferred; experience in medical device/pharma manufacturing; occasional travel.
Director, Program Management & Continuous Improvement
Carlsbad, California, United States
$190k-$210k/yrOnsiteFull Time
TaylorMade Golf: Designs and manufactures high-performance golf equipment and apparel.
12+ YOE5+ MgmtBachelor's degree, 12+ years program/project management experience, 5+ years leadership, PMP/Six Sigma Black Belt preferred, ERP/WMS implementation experience, ClickUp and Microsoft Office proficiency, ability to travel ~25%.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, Infor, Business Objects, Domo, ClickUp
Director, Strategy and Continuous Improvement (FIJI Water)
Los Angeles or Fiji
$190k-$220k/yrHybridFull Time
The Wonderful Company: Produces and markets branded food, beverages, and floral products.
10+ YOE5+ MgmtRequires 10–15 years of relevant strategy, consulting, operations, technology, finance, or related experience, including 5 years managing people. MBA preferred; strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and travel capability required.
Blue Diamond Growers: Processes and markets almond snacks and plant-based beverages.
15+ YOEBachelor's in engineering or operations, 15+ years progressive manufacturing/operations leadership, CPG and continuous improvement experience, strong stakeholder and people leadership skills.
Avid Bioservices: Contract development and manufacturing organization for mammalian-derived biopharmaceutical products.
6+ YOE7+ MgmtDegree in science or engineering plus 6–10+ years in GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing with 7+ years leading teams; experience with budgets, cGMP compliance, and continuous improvement.
Chick-fil-A: Operates a chain of quick-service restaurants specializing in chicken.
Lead restaurant food safety and quality programs, coach managers and team members, maintain compliance with inspections, and drive continuous improvement; previous leadership experience preferred.
Benchmark ElectronicsNYSE: BHE: Provides engineering design and manufacturing services for complex electronics.
8+ YOE8+ Mgmt4-year engineering/technical degree preferred; 8+ years electronics manufacturing and engineering experience; 8+ years leadership at multi/large sites; strong communication, continuous improvement, financial and project management skills; available to travel 25-40%.
Dole Packaged Foods: Produces and distributes packaged fruit and healthy snack products.
10+ YOE10+ years leadership in warehousing/distribution with 3PL management, network optimization, inventory control, financial/P&L ownership, SAP/WMS familiarity, and proven contract negotiation and continuous improvement experience.
Inspired Flight: Designs and manufactures professional-grade American-made drone systems.
5+ YOE5+ years operations experience in manufacturing/aerospace with NetSuite ERP experience, proven leadership of multiple frontline teams, strong Lean/continuous improvement background, and bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in engineering, operations, or supply chain.
Elevate Aircraft Seating: Designs and manufactures premium seating for the aviation industry
10+ YOE5+ MgmtBachelor's degree required; 10+ years in aerospace aftermarket or related operations and 5+ years leading managers and global cross-functional teams. Requires strategic, customer-facing, operational, and continuous improvement leadership.
STACK Infrastructure: Developer and operator of sustainable wholesale data center infrastructure.
Strong communicator and team builder able to manage multiple priorities, balance shifting timelines, and drive continual improvement; persuasive decision-making and analytical skills.
NovantaNASDAQ: NOVT: Develops precision photonics, vision, and motion control technology solutions.
Leadership of site manufacturing operations with accountability for safety, quality, delivery and cost; experience driving Lean continuous improvement, capacity planning, and developing high‑performance teams.
Bronco Wine Company: Produces and distributes a diverse portfolio of wine brands.
3+ YOE5+ MgmtBachelor's degree required; 3-5 years production experience, 5+ years production management, and 5 years exempt supervisory experience. Requires Lean/continuous improvement expertise, analytical skills, and Microsoft Office proficiency.
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Value Stream Mapping, Lean, Shingo, kaizen, CAPEX, GMP, ISO, SOP, P&L, OSHA
AEM: Manufactures high-reliability electronic components for mission-critical applications.
Lead manufacturing operations for high-reliability electronic components, own budgets and schedules, ensure aerospace/defense quality compliance, drive Lean/Six Sigma continuous improvement, and develop manufacturing teams.
Director, Supply Chain - APAC Regional Supply Chain Head
Tokyo or Santa Monica
OnsiteFull Time
Kite PharmaNASDAQ: GILD: Developing engineered cell therapies to treat and cure cancer.
Strategic supply chain leader to manage APAC operations, ensure uninterrupted patient supply, lead regional teams across multiple countries/time zones, ensure trade compliance and business continuity, and drive continuous improvement.