Business Excellence Manager - Torrance

About the role

Lead transformation. Drive performance. Shape the future.

We’re seeking a Business Excellence Manager to own the site’s operational excellence roadmap and embed a culture of continuous improvement, digital maturity, and Lean leadership. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for translating strategy into execution and driving measurable improvements in cost, quality, throughput, and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with the Site Director to execute strategic priorities and operational improvement initiatives
• Lead and deliver end-to-end transformation projects with measurable impact on cost, quality, delivery, and throughput
• Deploy Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, root cause analysis) across production and support functions
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in variable, non-standard production workflows
• Establish, track, and improve KPIs and performance management systems that drive accountability at all levels
• Drive adoption of digital tools, automation, and data analysis and visibility to support smarter decision-making
• Facilitate Gemba walks, Kaizen events, and cross-functional problem-solving sessions
• Coach leaders and frontline teams to embed a sustainable culture of continuous improvement
• Standardize key processes while maintaining flexibility for customer-specific production requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or operational excellence leadership
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (Black Belt preferred)
• Expertise in process optimization, KPI design, and digital tools
• Demonstrated success delivering tangible operational improvements (e.g., throughput, yield, cost reduction)
• Direct experience leading shop-floor execution
• Experience standardizing processes in variable production environments

Key Capabilities

• Strong problem-solving skills with deep understanding of Lean tools and methodologies
• Data-driven mindset with experience building and managing KPI systems
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and drive change across all organizational levels
• Excellent communication skills and strong executive presence

Pay

$120K - $170K