Lean Continuous Improvement Manager – SFO Hub

Job title: Lean Continuous Improvement Manager – SFO Hub

Company: LSG Sky Chefs


Job description: Job Title: Lean Continuous Improvement Manager – SFO Hub
Job Location: San Francisco-USA-94010
Work Location Type: On-Site
Salary Range: $102,373.34 – 132,827.62About usLSG Sky Chefs is one of the world’s largest airline catering and hospitality providers, known for its outstanding reputation and dynamic approach in the industry. Voted “Airline Caterer of the Year in North America” for 2023 and 2024, we are committed to excellence and innovation, driven by the dedication and expertise of our talented employees. Our team members are the heart and soul of our success, consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences and outstanding service to our clients and their passengers across North and Latin America.Role Purpose StatementThe successful candidate will be responsible for implementing the LSG Sky Chefs Production System, supporting the CSC management in reaching performance goals, and delivering training on Lean principles and process improvement methodologies. This position requires strong leadership skills, the ability to drive change, and a proven track record in implementing Lean concepts. Additionally, the Continuous Improvement Manager will be involved in reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs), managing cost reduction strategies, and promoting knowledge-sharing across the organization. The ideal candidate will have a background in industrial or process engineering, with significant experience in manufacturing industry.Main AccountabilitiesLean Production

• Implement and drive continuous improvement across CSC in close coordination with management staff
• Implement LSG Production System for CSC in line with corporate and regional policies
• Ability to teach the principals of lean and other process improvements and provide training as required within area of CSC (for example, Kaizen events)
• Support CSC in the implementation of Regional Operational Excellence Strategy, guidelines, and policies
• Support CSC management teams to achieve business targets (KPI’s)
• Define continuous improvement targets together with the management staff and report performance against set operational objectives
• Analyze cost reduction potential; Accountable for settling and delivering budget results related to productivity/process improvements
• Report on KPIs for quality, productivity costs, and service delivery
• Ensure communication and know-how sharing processes between CSCs in the country/region

Leadership

• Identify and train CSC departmental management and core employees on production system methodology and lean principles

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Industrial/Process Engineering or equivalent experience required
• In addition, five to seven years experience in developing and implementing production/process methods and with at least three to five years experience in a manufacturing/automotive industry required
• Effective workshop facilitator skills required; experience in leading teams, driving change and delivering results
• Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles required
• Proven track record in Lean manufacturing and success in implementation of redesigned processes
• Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt or Lean Master Certification preferred
• Knowledge of Total Quality Management and Change Management experience is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Sound delegation skills accompanied with effective ability for follow-up
• Proficient with windows based software
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization

LSG Sky Chefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Expected salary: $102373 – 132828 per year

Location: Burlingame, CA

Job date: Sat, 15 Mar 2025 08:09:02 GMT

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