113 Operational Excellence jobs in the United States

Job Description

Nature's Sunshine is a global leader in natural health and wellness products, committed to delivering high-quality, natural health solutions to consumers worldwide. Our innovative approach combines science and sustainability to promote healthier lifestyles. If you are a strategic change agent with a passion for driving operational excellence, we invite you to join our team and help us shape the future.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Operational Excellence and Engineering to lead continuous improvement initiatives, modernize people and machine processes, oversee engineering functions, and ensure operational efficiency in our manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate will be an expert at change management through lean principles and tools. The successful candidate will own the guiding of transformational change driven by the demand of our customers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee engineering functions including process engineering, factory reliability (equipment maintenance), Environment Health and Safety (EH&S), and operational excellence.
• Lead lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve overall quality.
• Develop and implement Supply Chain technical strategies for Nature's Sunshine to continue to be the leading health & wellbeing company of the future.
• Lead the implementation of ISO 45001.
• Develop and manage budgets, KPIs, and reporting to track progress and implement corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identify areas for improvement, and implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve performance, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and drive integrated improvements.
• Develop and implement metrics to measure operational performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve operations.
• Stay current with industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in operational excellence and supply chain management.
• Identify operational risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure business continuity and security.
• Oversee the integration of new manufacturing machinery, processes, and automation to drive operational efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related fields. Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in operational excellence, continuous improvement, or related fields, including at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of leading operational excellence, cost savings, and process improvements, and on-time capital expenditure projects.
• Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of operational processes, policies, and best practices, including lean principles and tools, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma.
• Excellent leadership, communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, meet deadlines, and work under pressure.
• Knowledge of relevant OSHA laws and regulations, including health and safety, environmental, and ethical standards, and the ability to ensure compliance with these regulations.

#ZR

AT NATURE'S SUNSHINE, WE ARE IN THE BUSINESS OF LIFE TRANSFORMATION.
We believe that natural health and wellness has the power to change lives; and through our products, our people and our business opportunity, we work to make it a reality every day. So while transformation is a bold promise to make, we do so with confidence. Nature’s Sunshine brings health and wellness to millions of customers every day. And when people are healthier, lives are truly transformed.

Over 46 years ago, Nature’s Sunshine Products built its business on the core values of quality, service, and integrity. It is these same values that we seek in our employees and job applicants.

We’re on a mission to change lives for the better—for our employees and our 300,000+ member sales force.

Nature’s Sunshine’s:
VISION: Our vision is to become the world’s premier health, wellness, and lifestyle company

MISSION: Our mission is to transform lives around the world by providing the most innovative and highest quality health solutions.

VALUES:

QUALITY: Setting the standards, not just meeting them
INTEGRITY: Doing what’s right because it’s right
SERVICE: Providing value and showing respect for all
COMMUNITY: Connecting those who share our passion
INNOVATION: Nurturing a spirit of discovery and advancement
From the first day we opened our doors for business to the present day, we’ve maintained the highest standards in quality, integrity and innovation in our products, and best-in-class service to those we serve. We look for these same character attributes in our employees and job applicants.

We also believe that for us to continue to grow as a company, we must give our employees opportunities to grow professionally, lead when possible, and thrive in a team environment.

If you see yourself as a part of our committed corporate team, please check out our current job openings and submit your application on the link below,

AT NATURE'S SUNSHINE, WE ARE IN THE BUSINESS OF LIFE TRANSFORMATION.
We believe that natural health and wellness has the power to change lives; and through our products, our people and our business opportunity, we work to make it a reality every day. So while transformation is a bold promise to make, we do so with confidence. Nature’s Sunshine brings health and wellness to millions of customers every day. And when people are healthier, lives are truly transformed.

Over 46 years ago, Nature’s Sunshine Products built its business on the core values of quality, service, and integrity. It is these same values that we seek in our employees and job applicants.

We’re on a mission to change lives for the better—for our employees and our 300,000+ member sales force.

Nature’s Sunshine’s:
VISION: Our vision is to become the world’s premier health, wellness, and lifestyle company

MISSION: Our mission is to transform lives around the world by providing the most innovative and highest quality health solutions.

VALUES:

QUALITY: Setting the standards, not just meeting them
INTEGRITY: Doing what’s right because it’s right
SERVICE: Providing value and showing respect for all
COMMUNITY: Connecting those who share our passion
INNOVATION: Nurturing a spirit of discovery and advancement
From the first day we opened our doors for business to the present day, we’ve maintained the highest standards in quality, integrity and innovation in our products, and best-in-class service to those we serve. We look for these same character attributes in our employees and job applicants.

We also believe that for us to continue to grow as a company, we must give our employees opportunities to grow professionally, lead when possible, and thrive in a team environment.

If you see yourself as a part of our committed corporate team, please check out our current job openings and submit your application on the link below,

Job Description

Operational Excellence Leader

Position Summary:

The OPEX Leader is responsible for leading the implementation and advancement of the Stanadyne Production System (SPS) at the site level. This role will develop and execute a local lean roadmap to enhance operational efficiency, drive continuous improvement, and align with Stanadyne’s Strategic Deployment objectives. The OPEX Leader will collaborate across departments to identify opportunities for productivity gains and sustainable process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the site-specific lean roadmap aligned with the Stanadyne Production System.
• Partner with the Senior Manager of OPEX to implement continuous improvement tools and methodologies (Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Promote and embed the principles of SPS across the site through training, coaching, and engagement.
• Lead weekly Kaizen reviews and oversee the planning and implementation of lean initiatives.
• Ensure compliance and adoption of newly introduced lean practices; monitor process performance and define standards.
• Analyze and improve existing production processes to increase site efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Planning departments to drive effective joint improvement projects.
• Support and participate in internal, PCA, and 6S audits; ensure compliance throughout the facility.
• Assist in the development of process documentation and visual management standards.
• Identify and implement methods to reduce waste and improve overall operational performance.
• Train and mentor Lean Facilitators; lead training modules on Lean principles, 5S, and auditing practices.
• Verify data accuracy for standard work and cycle times in internal systems.
• Provide support for corrective and preventive action measures.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing methodologies (6S, Kaizen, VSM, PDCA, Pull Systems, Visual Management).
• Lean Certification
• Strong background in APQP and plant layout design (CAD proficiency required).
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple continuous improvement initiatives simultaneously.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment required, automotive industry preferred.

Stanadyne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, gender, color, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other protected class.

Job Description

About SpringWorks Therapeutics:

SpringWorks Therapeutics, a healthcare company of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the lives of patients with rare tumors.

We developed and are commercializing the first and only FDA and EC approved medicine for adults with desmoid tumors and the first and only FDA and EC approved medicine for both adults and children with neurofibromatosis type 1 associated plexiform neurofibromas (NF1-PN).

At SpringWorks, we are committed to finding answers people with rare tumors need. We thrive in an atmosphere of passion and tenacity, fueled by the excitement of the possibilities science may unlock and driven to work with urgency because of the importance of our work. We value authenticity because diverse backgrounds, cultures, styles and abilities can only help us find the answers that people with rare tumors are looking for.

Your Role:

The Director of Launch and Operational Excellence is accountable to develop, implement, and oversee launch excellence framework incl. strategic planning, cross-functional alignment, stakeholder readiness, performance tracking. They will also support preparation for various reporting and governance requirements including, but not limited to performance dashboards, KPI tracking, and overall brand performance tracking and governance committee meetings. Additionally, they will collaborate with the Finance team to integrate global market insights to inform and influence long-term financial plans to maintain overall brand health.

Location Classification – Hybrid:

This role will be required to work onsite 2 days a week (Tuesday and Wednesday), or more depending on business needs. #LI-Hybrid

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead launch planning across regions and functions ahead of major inflection points (e.g., Ph3 readouts)
• Develop and evolve Launch Excellence frameworks & governance and ensure adoption across markets and brands
• Drive continuous improvements in launch execution incl. evolving KPIs and identifying key gaps
• Design and update global reporting dashboards to track brands, launch KPIs and market performance across geographies and enable cross-functional teams (e.g., Launch SteerCo)
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to communicate data needs, consolidate global dashboards, and identify learnings and efficiencies across teams
• Must be highly analytical, have comfort analyzing primary and secondary data sources, and have demonstrated experience developing accurate dashboards with proven utility
• Demonstrate disease area and market knowledge and develop strong relationships with key customers.
• Manage and strategically allocate annual budget.
• Provide input into long-range revenue forecasts.
• Innovative mindset to do things creatively and differently.
• Ensure compliant execution of all marketing strategies, materials, and tactics.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Role Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree (business or related disciplines). MBA preferred.
• 9+ years of pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology commercial experience with a bachelor's degree; 10 years with a Master's degree; or 6 years with a PhD
• Minimum of 5 years related experience in leadership roles in global marketing, market research, and/or competitive intelligence
• Oncology and/or rare disease experience preferred
• Knowledge of US and ex-US regulatory landscape and requirements
• Experience in supporting business development activities and managing commercial partnerships and/or co-promotions is desired
• Brand planning
• Launch and tactical planning
• Experience with business intelligence tools such as Power BI, Tableau, etc
• Microsoft Office
• Strong track record of influencing key stakeholders and leadership with and without authority
• Track record of strong cross functional collaboration
• Clear and inspiring communicator able to engage, influence and navigate cross-functional stakeholders
• Track record of high-energy, impactful presentations
• Demonstrated success in rapid-growth, fast-paced, and start-up environment
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to organize, prioritize, activate and execute
• Team player and strong track record of collaboration
• Embody the SpringWorks Values to act with empathy and humility to drive a culture that takes ownership and accountability for their individual and teams' performance.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills to collaborate with colleagues, stakeholders, and vendors effectively and clearly in a remote hybrid work environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally including overnight stay driven by business need.
• This position must be able to work East Coast hours.

SpringWorks Leadership Principles:

• Change Steward - Recognize that change is essential; set goals that align to the Company's strategy and create positive momentum for change; adapt business practices as necessary to adjust to ever changing requirements
• Excellence Driver - Drive high performance and ownership through an open dialog; recognize performance, empower teams and create accountability for results
• Growth Coach - Set clear expectations, provide frequent feedback, coaching, and encourage continuous learning; leverage individual strengths to help SpringWorkers unleash their potential and grow in their jobs and careers
• Community Builder - Establish connections with others to build strong teams that trust each other and are great at collaborating to achieve goals; create a diverse, inclusive, and psychologically safe environment

Compensation and Benefits:
The expected salary range for this position is $165,000 – $230,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

We offer best-in-class benefits for our team of SpringWorkers who work with urgency on behalf of patients suffering from devastating diseases. Interested in learning more, review additional information here Benefits.

EEO Statement:
SpringWorks maintains an EEO Policy providing for equitable opportunities for employment and conditions of employment to all employees and applicants regardless of actual or perceived sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, partnership status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, caste, religion, religious creed, age, alienage or citizenship status, veteran status, military status, physical or mental disability, past or present history of mental disorder, medical condition, AIDS/HIV status, sickle cell or hemoglobin C trait, genetic predisposition, genetic information, protected medical leaves, victims of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offense, political affiliation and any and all other characteristics or categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. SpringWorks treats all employees and applicants fairly in the selection process (and in other personnel activities) by giving all employees and applicants the same opportunities for employment. SpringWorks' Equal Employment Opportunity Policy is intended to ensure that there are no barriers that would prevent members of a protected group from a fair and equitable opportunity to be hired, promoted, or to otherwise take advantage of employment opportunities.

This Equal Employment Opportunity Policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, placement, job assignment, promotion, termination,

Job Description

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at  Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Program Manager, Operational Excellence

Responsibilities:

•Manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously, encompassing various types and complexities.

•Utilize project management methodologies to manage projects according to plan while managing, coaching, and developing associates to independently manage projects.

•Manage projects according to project management methodology and PM framework set forth. 

•Manage the Project Portfolio encompassing all projects within the NADL organization.

•Be accountable for PM Framework elements to provide training and coaching to build project management capabilities within the NADL organization, focusing on driving consistency and standardization of project execution, tools, and templates.

•Responsible for CI Framework elements training, including anticipating needs and developing training strategies, developing and update training materials, and tracking the effectiveness of the training programs.

•Manage change in the CI culture to significantly improve business and functional alignment and organizational execution while establishing performance measurement systems and goals aligned with organizational objectives.

•Leverage data and metrics to identify opportunities for continuous improvement; provide recommended solutions that drive the efficiency and effectiveness of the change management process or enhance business processes.

•Develop and manage communications around lessons learned to support the change management process.

#LI-AL1

Master’s Degree or MBA (preferred)

Accredited LSS Green Belt (required)

Lean Certification (preferred)

PMP or Equivalent Project Management Certification (a plus)

Experience:

•6+ years of experience in managing projects and project portfolios, including using Six Sigma methodology with no supervision

•6+ years of practical experience in Lean Six Sigma & Continuous Improvement, including but not limited to Lean tools (5S, Gemba Walk, PDCA, Kaizen & SMED Workshops)

•Experience in CI culture-building

Leadership and Communication Skills:

•Proven leadership ability with excellent communication skills, including listening, verbal presentation, and written communication with people at all levels

•Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal Skills:

•Strong problem-solving, analytical, and conflict resolution skills

•Proven ability to lead and develop working relationships

•Strong workload management and organizational skills with demonstrated adaptability to changing business priorities

•Capable of leading and coaching a multidisciplinary team from all levels and functions of the organization

•Ability to influence without direct authority

Independent Work Style: Must be able to work with minimal management direction

Financial Acumen: Ability to assess project ROI

Industry Experience: Experience working in Supply Chain, specifically in distribution, logistics and transportation, manufacturing, or operational environments

Technical Skills:

•Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio

•Working knowledge of data visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau, SAC)

•Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or other project governance tools

Competencies:

-Analytical & Critical Thinking

-Project & Program Management

-Continuous Improvement

-Training & Coaching

-Cross-Functional Teamwork / Stakeholder Relationship Management

-Time Management & Prioritization

-Communication & Facilitation

-Building Inclusive and high-performing Teams

-Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen

-Change Leadership

-Agility & Adaptability

-General Supply Chain knowledge

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision  insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. 

• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.  

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Job Description

Position Summary:

The Director of Operational Excellence plays a pivotal role in shaping how the Technical Operations organization executes its work—through structured project delivery, standardized methodologies, and consistent operating mechanisms. This individual will be responsible for driving operational effectiveness across global Tech Ops teams by implementing best-in-class frameworks, governance models, and tools that ensure efficient execution of initiatives. This role requires a strong leader with experience in project portfolio management, cross-functional coordination, and operational frameworks. The Director will serve as the central point for aligning key initiatives with business objectives, enforcing consistent processes, and fostering accountability across teams.

Preferred job location: Waltham, MA. Remote candidates will be considered on a case-by-case basis or relocation may be provided.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of the Technical Operations project portfolio, ensuring initiatives are effectively scoped, resourced, and executed in alignment with organizational priorities and long-term objectives.
• Establish and maintain operational governance frameworks that bring clarity to roles, responsibilities (e.g. RACI), and decision-making processes.
• Drive adoption of standardized methodologies and tools (e.g. operational master plan aligned with corporate goals and functional strategy, risk registers, dashboards) to ensure consistent execution across global teams.
• Serve as the central point of coordination for Technical Operations initiatives, driving progress, proactively removing roadblocks, escalating critical issues, and ensuring on-time delivery of key commitments.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and other Tech Ops functions to ensure seamless execution and alignment.
• Monitor and report on key operational metrics, proactively identifying risk areas and leading structured problem solving and ensuring accountability for performance outcomes.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by analyzing performance data, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending process enhancements.
• Support the development of operating rhythms (e.g. weekly reviews, monthly operational reviews) that drive accountability and visibility into project progress and resource utilization.
• Prepare TO Leadership Meeting agenda suggesting appropriate topics, governance over resources, KPI's and decision making.
• Collaborate closely with the PMO, Finance, and functional leaders to align on project planning, execution, and resource allocation.

Education, Registration & Certification:

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in life sciences, biotech, or pharmaceutical operations, preferably in manufacturing, supply chain, or quality environments.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Proven experience in project or portfolio management, operational governance, and driving process consistency across large, matrixed organizations.
• Deep understanding of execution methodologies, such as project lifecycle management, performance tracking, and risk mitigation.
• Experience implementing governance structures (e.g., RACI, stage gates) and standardized delivery models.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence across levels and functions.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with an ability to structure work, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results under tight timelines.
• High attention to detail, operational discipline, and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 20% travel expected.

Benefits and Perks:

Base salary for this role will consider multiple factors, including but not limited to, candidate qualifications, relevant expertise, specialized skills, and industry experience in complement-targeted therapies.

The targeted base salary range for this position is $181,000- $272,000 per year. This range represents the base salary only and reflects Apellis' commitment to competitive compensation within the biopharmaceutical industry. The final salary offered may vary based on individual qualifications, business needs, and current market conditions.

Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with company match, inclusive family building benefits, flexible time off, summer and winter shutdowns, paid family leave, disability and life insurance, and more! Visit to learn more.

Company Background:

Apellis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company that combines courageous science and compassion to develop life-changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We ushered in the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3. These include the first and only therapy for geographic atrophy, a leading cause of blindness around the world. With nearly a dozen clinical and pre-clinical programs underway, we believe we have only begun to unlock the potential of targeting C3 across many serious diseases.

For more information, please visit or follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn

EEO Statement:

Apellis is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy), gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, marital status, AIDS/HIV status, smoker/nonsmoker, and occupational pneumoconiosis or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

For San Francisco postings: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Description

The Operational Excellence Trainer plays a key role in delivering in-person training to Franchise Partners, Managers, and Crumbl Crew leadership members, with a focus on enhancing store operations. This role involves conducting various trainings to support new store openings, ownership transfers, and SOS training. The trainer’s goal is to ensure each store’s unique needs are met while aligning with Crumbl’s processes, culture, and operational goals. Training may include direct engagement with a location for one to two weeks.

The success of an Operational Excellence Trainer is measured by feedback from Franchise Partners regarding the quality of their visits, operational insights, and their ability to work effectively with Crumbl Crew members. The trainer’s impact is also reflected in store metrics. 

• Travel locally and as assigned, 2-3 weeks per month, to provide on-site training.
• Create and deliver value-driven training programs tailored to individual store needs.
• Become an operational expert by understanding local store challenges and trends, providing personalized solutions during visits and follow-ups.
• Provide operational support during grand openings, ownership transfers, and SOS training.   
• Create measurable and effective training plans that address store-specific needs while aligning with Crumbl’s overall operational standards and objectives.
• Assess and adjust training methods to suit the unique requirements of each store’s operational environment.
• Assist Crumbl leadership in onboarding and training crew members to ensure consistent practices.
• Mentor store leaders on daily operations and strategic initiatives to achieve store goals.
• Support the development of new training programs and curriculum.
• Collaborate with Franchise Partner Consultants, Store Planning, Quality, and Tech teams to ensure training consistency and quality across locations.
• Promote Crumbl’s culture and values, including growth, authenticity, and data-driven decision-making.
• Monitor and drive yearly operational growth through targeted training initiatives for assigned stores.
• Test and provide feedback on new quality or training practices as directed.
• Work closely with Franchise Partner Consultants and the Training Stores Specialists to ensure training aligns with each store’s specific needs.

• A Bachelor's degree in Education, Training, or a related field is preferred.
• Previous experience in employee and leadership development.
• Previous experience in the food & beverage industry.
• Prior in-store Crumbl experience (preferred).
• Familiarity with basic computer software (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, etc.).
• Strong sense of professionalism and the ability to work unsupervised.
• High emotional intelligence, accountability, and self-awareness.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to conduct regular, crucial conversations with store managers, owners, and employees.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to travel 2+ weeks per month.
• Must be 21 years of age or older with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for stores within 100 miles of residence.

• 100% travel requirement, usually by personal or rental car, plane with regular hotel assignments
• A current driver's license and clean driving record- required
• May be required to work holidays, nights, and weekends
• Extended work/travel hours may be required during the grand opening of a new store location

Benefits & Perks

- Medical, dental, and vision benefits

- 15 days PTO/year

- 10 paid holidays

- Paid parental leave

- Personal phone bill reimbursement

- Gym reimbursement

- Corporate DoorDash® DashPass membership

- Regular company and team activities

- 401k with competitive matching contribution plan

- Excellent opportunities for career growth

- Work in a hyper-growth company

Crumbl was founded in 2017 by Jason McGowan & Sawyer Hemsley in Logan, Utah. It is now the fastest-growing cookie company in the nation with over 1000 locations in the USA and Canada. Crumbl is powered by cutting-edge technology, iconic branding, delicious desserts, and passionate people.

Crumbl HQ and franchisees provide employment for over 26,000 people across the United States, and all of our franchises are owned and operated by independent members of the local community.

Crumbl’s 200+ unique cookie flavors rotate weekly and are served in our famous pink box! 

Crumbl is an equal opportunity employer. Crumbl provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status or veteran status.

Recruitment Agencies: Crumbl HQ doesn't typically partner with 3rd party recruitment resources. If we require assistance on this search we will contact selected partners directly; we do not accept unsolicited candidate submissions.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description

Company Description

Redzone helps manufacturers make more product for less while greatly improving the employee experience. While there is a lot of hype around digital transformation, the factory of the future, and Industry 4.0, the focus has been on the equipment and technology – not the people. At Redzone, we are all about the people, what we call “the connected worker.” We make frontline teams more engaged and more productive so their lives improve while contributing to positive business outcomes. We do this by combining exceptional software and world-class coaching, giving our customers an average productivity increase of 22% in 90 days. Redzone brings together Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams, improving the communications between those teams to resolve issues and increase output. Decision-making happens on the shop floor by the people doing the work, in real time, for immediate impact and a better overall employee experience.

With over 1000 customers, 1400 plants and 325,000 users, Redzone is changing the way people work – one plant at a time.

Under the leadership of the Implementation Lead, the OpEx Readiness Coach is responsible for providing QAD Redzone customers with coaching and implementation guidance. This position provides customers with the first impression of QAD Redzone training, testing and configuration. This position is critical to customer and QAD Redzone success during the first 8 weeks of implementation. 

This position is Full-time, Exempt, Remote and required to travel Monday-Friday, 42 weeks per year.

Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides QAD Redzone customers with coaching needed to ensure they are ready for the Connected Teams Coaching.
• Conducts onsite visits at the end of the project management phase before coaching. 
• Ensures signals are wired and visual factory is installed and ready.
• Performs initial software training and supports the customers’ Practice Team to spread QAD Redzone knowledge widely. 
• Facilitates out brief and provides the internal QAD Redzone team with summaries on key outputs, players, and any risks associated.
• Configure and set up QAD Redzone software to match the production process at the manufacturing client site.
• Ensure that manufacturing data is complete and includes all relevant information, but is not limited to product, equipment information, product run rates. 
• Possess full knowledge of the floor shop environments, workflows, and processes in Food & Beverage and CPG industries. 
• Take steps to support and foster client confidence before the “go-live” date. 
• Monitor and provide quality control by ensuring automation signals from the plant (photoeyes or machine cycles) come back to the software and provide accurate, real-time data to QAD Redzone for the benefit of the shop floor team.
• Understand and monitor escalation processes for any critical path items or risk points that could result in a delay or unsatisfactory project result.
• Provide initial QAD Redzone training for management, leads, and shop floor users.
• Other duties as assigned. 

• Fluency in Spanish and English preferred
• Practice using Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and its components in driving production results and continuous improvement.
• Ability to plan, organize, and function effectively in a dynamic environment, addressing multiple demands of internal teams and clients. 
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with clients as well as internal teams. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
• Sound judgment and excellent assessment skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet critical path deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point)
• Proficient communicating technical networking, wireless, and software requirements.
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience and familiarity is a plus, but not required.

Education/Experience

• BA or BS – Relevant fields of study can include and are not limited to: Engineering, Manufacturing, Organizational Leadership/Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Management. 
• One Year of experience working in direct hands-on manufacturing-previous roles like Operations Manager, Production Supervisor, and Continuous Improvement Manager, preferably within the food and beverage industry.

Compensation Package:

• Base pay range:  $90,000-115,000 USD Annual (12 Months) base salary + bonus plan
• Placement within our pay range will vary based on knowledge, skills, experience, and market location variations as well as internal peer equity.
• U.S. benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid-time off, parental leave, and well-being programs.

About QAD:

QAD Inc. is a leading provider of adaptive, cloud-based enterprise software and services for global manufacturing companies. Global manufacturers face ever-increasing disruption caused by technology-driven innovation and changing consumer preferences. In order to survive and thrive, manufacturers must be able to innovate and change business models at unprecedented rates of speed. QAD calls these companies Adaptive Manufacturing Enterprises. QAD solutions help customers in the automotive, life sciences, packaging, consumer products, food and beverage, high tech and industrial manufacturing industries rapidly adapt to change and innovate for competitive advantage.

QAD is committed to ensuring that every employee feels they work in an environment that values their contributions, respects their unique perspectives and provides opportunities for growth regardless of background. QAD’s DEI program is driving higher levels of diversity, equity and inclusion so that employees can bring their whole self to work.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. 

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Job Description

Job Title: Operational Excellence Leader
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Leader to support Lean Daily Management and drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP). The ideal candidate will champion Lean principles across operations, embedding standard work, problem solving, and daily management systems. This role is vital in facilitating and coaching structured methods to ensure root causes are addressed and sustainable solutions are implemented.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lean principles across operations, embedding standard work, standard problem solving, and daily management systems.
• Facilitate and coach the use of A3 problem solving, ensuring teams apply structured methods to address root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 6S initiatives, systematically identifying and eliminating waste while building continuous improvement into daily operations.
• Identify and implement waste reduction opportunities across processes, ensuring gains in efficiency, flow, and productivity.
• Build and refine business processes tied directly to Lean fundamentals, ensuring operational, tactical, and strategic goals are connected to drive both business and operational excellence.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations leaders to ensure process optimization is sustained at both technical and management levels.
• Collaborate with managers to cascade strategic objectives into measurable daily actions by applying strategy deployment principles.
• Map, analyze, and optimize business processes across operations, ensuring alignment between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and commercial functions.
• Build scalable workflows and governance structures that enhance efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to measure process performance and business impact.
• Take a hands-on role in building data capture methods, analyzing results, and ensuring data is actively used in daily, tactical, and long-term decision-making.

• Operational Excellence
• Lean Six Sigma
• Business Process Management
• Value Stream Mapping
• Kaizen
• 5S
• Lean Manufacturing

• Experience with Business Process Management (BPM) software

The role involves collaboration with various departments including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and commercial functions. The environment encourages cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Dress code is business casual, with an emphasis on maintaining a professional and collaborative atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

This company offers health, dental, vision, and 401k. They have an OAP and a HDHP & HSA plan. They have other benefits as well including life insurance and other benefits.

They offer decent vacation as well. Usually 15 PTO and 5 anything days starting out.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 25, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.

Job Description

Job Title: Operational Excellence Leader
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Operational Excellence Leader to support Lean Daily Management and drive performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP). The ideal candidate will champion Lean principles across operations, embedding standard work, problem solving, and daily management systems. This role is vital in facilitating and coaching structured methods to ensure root causes are addressed and sustainable solutions are implemented.

Responsibilities

• Champion Lean principles across operations, embedding standard work, standard problem solving, and daily management systems.
• Facilitate and coach the use of A3 problem solving, ensuring teams apply structured methods to address root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
• Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 6S initiatives, systematically identifying and eliminating waste while building continuous improvement into daily operations.
• Identify and implement waste reduction opportunities across processes, ensuring gains in efficiency, flow, and productivity.
• Build and refine business processes tied directly to Lean fundamentals, ensuring operational, tactical, and strategic goals are connected to drive both business and operational excellence.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations leaders to ensure process optimization is sustained at both technical and management levels.
• Collaborate with managers to cascade strategic objectives into measurable daily actions by applying strategy deployment principles.
• Map, analyze, and optimize business processes across operations, ensuring alignment between manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and commercial functions.
• Build scalable workflows and governance structures that enhance efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to measure process performance and business impact.
• Take a hands-on role in building data capture methods, analyzing results, and ensuring data is actively used in daily, tactical, and long-term decision-making.

• Operational Excellence
• Lean Six Sigma
• Business Process Management
• Value Stream Mapping
• Kaizen
• 5S
• Lean Manufacturing

• Experience with Business Process Management (BPM) software

The role involves collaboration with various departments including manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and commercial functions. The environment encourages cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Dress code is business casual, with an emphasis on maintaining a professional and collaborative atmosphere.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

This company offers health, dental, vision, and 401k. They have an OAP and a HDHP & HSA plan. They have other benefits as well including life insurance and other benefits.

They offer decent vacation as well. Usually 15 PTO and 5 anything days starting out.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email for other accommodation options.