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Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$105 - $125/hr

Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, Charters, 5S, Gemba walks, LMS, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that ...

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Hunter Douglas

Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, Charters, 5S, Gemba walks, LMS, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that ...

Hunter Douglas

Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, Charters, 5S, Gemba walks, LMS, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that ...

Hunter Douglas

Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Position Overview The Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager is responsible for implementing lean methodology and continuous improvement tools, processes, and standardization throughout the HD Outdoor ...

Hunter Douglas

Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL

$85K - $115K/yr

Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., value stream mapping, Kaizen, Charters, 5S, Gemba walks, LMS, root cause problem solving) to identify and develop solutions that ...

Hunter Douglas

Continuous Improvement Manager

Bradenton, FL · On-site

$85K - $115K/yr

Position Overview The Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager is responsible for implementing lean methodology and continuous improvement tools, processes, and standardization throughout the HD Outdoor ...

Embraer

Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd shift

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$67K - $87K/yr

Utilizes lean manufacturing to reduce cost and cycle time. May specialize in Manufacturing, Industrial, System, Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautics Engineering. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Resolves ...

Embraer

Manufacturing Engineer - 2nd shift

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$67K - $87K/yr

Utilizes lean manufacturing to reduce cost and cycle time. May specialize in Manufacturing, Industrial, System, Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautics Engineering. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Resolves ...

STS Aviation Group

Manufacturing Engineer

Melbourne, FL · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Utilizes lean manufacturing to reduce cost and cycle time. May specialize in Manufacturing, Industrial, System, Mechanical, Electrical or Aeronautics Engineering. Job Duties: * Resolves engineering ...

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A Lean job typically involves improving processes, reducing waste, and increasing efficiency within an organization. Lean professionals use principles from the Lean methodology to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and deliver greater value to customers. These roles can be found in various industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics. Common job titles include Lean Manager, Continuous Improvement Specialist, and Process Improvement Consultant.

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A professional in a Lean role typically spends their day analyzing current processes, facilitating Kaizen events or improvement workshops, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to identify and eliminate inefficiencies. They collect and analyze data, implement new procedures, and monitor progress using Lean tools and metrics. Regular communication with team members and leadership is crucial to ensure everyone is aligned and engaged with Lean initiatives. The role is dynamic and hands-on, offering opportunities to directly impact operational efficiency and organizational performance.

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To thrive in a Lean role, you need a strong understanding of Lean principles, process improvement methodologies, and data analysis, usually supported by experience in manufacturing, operations, or engineering. Familiarity with tools such as value stream mapping, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt) is highly desirable. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and change management skills help you effectively lead teams and drive improvement initiatives. These abilities are crucial for successfully optimizing processes, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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Infographic showing various Lean job openings in Florida as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,790 per year, or $36.4 per hour.

Senior Manager, Continuous Improvement

Quest Diagnostics

Miramar, FL • On-site

$86K - $116K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead Lean Business Transformation initiatives across an assigned regional area to improve operational performance.

  • Drive operational process rigor across end-to-end value streams and develop a portfolio of Lean initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and increase revenue.

  • Demonstrate and coach stakeholder teams on Lean Six Sigma principles and toolkit to develop a continuous improvement culture.

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Job description


  • This role is responsible for leading Lean Business Transformation by employing Lean Business System standards across an assigned regional area to improve operational performance.
  • Drive operational process rigor across end-to-end value streams creating sustainable positive impact across Patient Services, Laboratories, Logistics, and other key functions.
  • Develop and directly lead a portfolio of Lean initiatives to improve productivity and costs across operational business processes and sub-processes, and drive increase in revenue.
  • Drive the development of a continuous improvement culture by demonstrating and coaching stakeholder teams on Lean Six Sigma principles and toolkit.

This is a Hybrid position. The incumbent must reside in a commutable distance to one of our offices in Tampa, FL, Tucker, GA, Greensboro, NC and Miramar, FL.
Internal Tittle: Mgr, Business Transformation - Operations Sr
Responsibilities
  • Proactively identify Lean initiatives across key end-to-end value streams and clearly define business impact.
  • Lead multiple complex Lean initiatives through all stages of charter, program development or problem solving, implementation, and sustainment. Maintain clear initiative documentation across assigned portfolio.
  • Demonstrate expertise in application of standard Lean Toolkit (Std Work, DMS, Problem Solving, Kaizen, VSM and more) and effective use of data analysis.
  • Engage with senior leadership and stakeholder teams to obtain support and participation in business transformation initiatives.
  • Drive cultural transformation by promoting problem solving and empowering employee ownership of their roles in continuous improvement.
  • Provide and facilitate effective professional level training on Lean concepts to cohorts of functional stakeholder teams.
  • Apply change management strategies to foster successful implementation of standard work.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as well as internal standards for safety, quality, and environmental sustainability.

Qualifications
Required Work Experience:
  • 7+ years of cross-functional roles including leadership experience directly applying Lean methodologies.
  • Proven knowledge & experience applying Lean methodologies in both production/manufacturing and transactional office environments
  • Demonstrated Lean Six Sigma leadership at leading multiple initiatives and Kaizen events to achieve operational results.

Preferred Work Experience:
  • Lean expertise working in a mature Lean org: Toyota Production System, Danaher Business System, Shingijutsu Kaizen.
  • Experience working in a healthcare organization.
  • Successfully led 25+ Kaizen team events of 5-days with proven impact to KPIs.
  • Led teams in adopting Daily Management Systems, Model Line implementation, Problem Solving Process(A3)

Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • Ability to visit and interact with office and frontline employees at local sites.
  • Ability to effectively lead multiple initiatives at the same time.

Skills:
  • Ability to diagnose current business processes, then articulate an ideal target condition, using Lean coaching methods.
  • Prior successful experience applying continuous flow using principles of Takt time, standard work, and single piece flow.
  • Ability to accurately assess business performance from a General Manager perspective and provide insights for improvement.
  • Prioritize and self-manage multiple projects.
  • Exceptional communication skills with multiple levels of the organization.
  • Plan and lead communication planning and change management methods.

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience. (Required)
  • Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering Degree (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications:
  • Lean Six-Sigma Blackbelt certification, Shingijutsu Kaizen or equivalent from Toyota, Danaher, GE (Preferred)

Competencies:
Ability to solve complex business problems with minimal direction, prior laboratory or manufacturing experience, professional presentation skills, broad business management skills.
About the Team
Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.
While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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