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Director, Continuous Improvement
Richardson, TX | On-Site Manufacturing Leadership
Compensation: $210,000–$220,000 base target 25% annual bonus RSU opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Director of Continuous Improvement to lead Lean and Six Sigma transformation across a large, complex manufacturing operation in Richardson, TX.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a proven CI executive who can move beyond individual projects and build a true culture of continuous improvement across an entire site and value stream.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of Continuous Improvement, Lean/Six Sigma, manufacturing operations, change management, and people leadership experience.
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute the site's Continuous Improvement strategy in partnership with senior business and operations leadership.
- Lead multi-level CI teams and drive improvement initiatives across multiple business functions.
- Identify opportunities to improve capacity, productivity, labor utilization, line design, layouts, and overall operational efficiency.
- Build and maintain a strong culture of continuous improvement throughout the organization.
- Coach, mentor, and develop CI professionals and operational leaders.
- Lead change-management initiatives and help translate improvement strategies into measurable business results.
What We're Looking For
- 10 years of professional experience, with significant experience in Continuous Improvement.
- Proven experience leading a CI transformation or deployment within a complex manufacturing environment.
- Strong Lean and Six Sigma background; Master Black Belt or equivalent experience preferred.
- Significant manufacturing operations experience — this is not a purely corporate CI role.
- Demonstrated success delivering measurable improvements in operational efficiency, productivity, capacity, cost, or quality.
- Experience working within a matrix organization and influencing without direct authority.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compensation & Incentives
- Base salary: Targeting $210,000–$220,000
- Annual bonus: 25%
- RSU opportunity: Sign-on RSUs may be negotiable in the range of $15,000–$30,000 per year, with a 2-year vesting schedule
- Senior-level Director position — Band 12
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a major Continuous Improvement transformation and have a measurable impact on a large-scale manufacturing operation.
Interested? Apply directly or reach out to learn more about the opportunity and compensation package.
Salary : $15,000 - $30,000