Director of Continuous Improvement

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Job DetailsJob Location: Trident Corporate Office - Plano, TX 75024Position Type: Full TimeJob Shift: DayJob Category: ManufacturingTitle: Director of Continuous Improvement Functional Area: Operations: Reports to: VP of Operations: Position Description: The Director of Continuous Improvement (CI) is responsible for developing, leading, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role drives operational excellence by leading Lean and other CI initiatives focused on improving productivity, reducing waste, enhancing quality, and standardizing best practices. The CI Director partners closely with plant leadership teams to foster a culture of continuous improvement at every level. Director of Continuous Improvement Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions: Design and implement CI strategies across multiple manufacturing sites, aligning with corporate goals in productivity, safety, quality, and sustainability. Conduct operational assessments and identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements. Facilitate Lean events such as Kaizen workshops, value stream mapping, 5S, SMED, and root cause...