Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Description

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Continuous Improvement Manager in Modesto, CA area!

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Responsibilities:

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• Serve as a coach, mentor, and subject matter expert for all Continuous Improvement pillars, partnering closely with site leadership teams.

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• Lead and own key CI pillars, including Focused Improvement (FI), Continuous Skills Development (CSD), and Autonomous Manufacturing Development (AMD).

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• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and other teams to identify and implement improvement opportunities across the plant.

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• Coach and develop teams in data analysis, project prioritization, root cause problem solving, and sustainable corrective actions.

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• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects that deliver measurable results against key business and operational KPIs.

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• Promote and reinforce Lean methodologies through ongoing coaching, auditing, and engagement across all functional areas.

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• Champion digital transformation initiatives by driving the adoption and optimization of technology and digital tools.

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• Collaborate with plant and enterprise Continuous Improvement leaders to standardize best practices, share learnings, and accelerate performance improvements.

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Requirements:

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• Bachelor's degree required

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• 7+ years of manufacturing operations experience within the food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.

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• Minimum of 7 years of experience leading TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement programs.

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• Leadership experience managing teams, projects, or operational functions; formal people management experience preferred.

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• Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment, production systems, and operational processes.

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• Demonstrated success driving process optimization, productivity improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence programs.

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• Proven ability to influence stakeholders, facilitate change, and develop high-performing teams.

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