About the RoleWe are seeking a
Manager, Bakery- Continuous Improvement to join our team at our
Van Nuys, CA bakery. As a
Manager, Bakery- Continuous Improvement, you will lead the bakery's Lean Transformation strategy, driving operational excellence, productivity improvements, and cost reduction initiatives. This role is vital to strengthening Lean capabilities, improving business performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational efficiency.
Shift & Schedule- Shift: 1st Shift
- Hours: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
CompensationSalary Range: $70,000 - $100,000
Core Accountabilities (What You'll be Doing)- Lead the development and execution of the bakery's Lean Transformation Plan aligned with plant and corporate objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and operational performance.
- Facilitate Lean projects, Kaizen events, and value stream mapping activities to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
- Coach leaders and team members on Lean principles, daily management systems, and standard work practices.
- Develop and deliver continuous improvement training and communication programs to support organizational adoption.
- Analyze operational performance data to identify opportunities, implement solutions, and sustain results.
- Lead capital improvement projects and commissioning activities to achieve targeted business outcomes and return on investment.
Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading Lean Transformation initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience with Continuous Improvement methodologies, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Lean Six Sigma.
- Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining confidentiality.
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing, walking, climbing, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds while working around moving equipment, varying temperatures, and flour dust.
Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification.
- Experience leading enterprise-wide or multi-site continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Experience facilitating Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and root cause analysis activities.
- Food manufacturing, bakery, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry experience.
Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate's starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed in this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
