Continuous Improvement Specialist

What is Cirkul

Cirkul is a rapidly growing company on a mission to transform how beverages are developed distributed and enjoyed. Its a new way to hydrateso much so that 96% of customers say they drink more water with Cirkul!* With over 150 flavor options available without sugar or calories Cirkul provides customers with a fully customizable reusable water bottle and cartridge system. Since 2018 millions have dropped sugary soda and energy drinks and turned up their plain boring water with Cirkul! A full range of products is available at and Cirkul is also sold by Amazon Costco Walmart Kroger and grocery stores nationwide.

*Based on a survey conducted with 3258 Cirkul Customers

What is this role

The Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for identifying leading and sustaining process improvement initiatives across operations. This role partners closely with frontline teams and leaders to eliminate waste improve safety quality delivery and cost while helping build a strong culture of continuous improvement using Lean and structured problem-solving methodologies.

What does an average day look like

Driving Results: Leading Lean initiatives such as kaizen events process mapping and rapid improvement workshops to reduce waste and improve operational performance across manufacturing warehousing and support functions.
Taking Ownership: Developing and maintaining standard work visual management tools and 5S systems. Following up on implemented improvements to ensure gains are sustained and documented.
Making Decisions: Analyzing operational data (OEE scrap labor efficiency cycle time inventory accuracy etc.) to identify improvement opportunities establish baselines and track measurable results.
Cultivating Relationships: Partnering cross-functionally with Operations Quality Maintenance Engineering Supply Chain and Leadership to support daily operations line changes and new product launches.
Instilling Trust: Training and coaching team members on CI tools supporting employee-led improvement ideas and acting as a change agent to help teams adopt new processes and behaviors.
Customer Focus: Supporting root cause analysis for safety quality and delivery issues to ensure consistent reliable outcomes for both internal and external customers.

What background should you have

• Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience required
• 25 years of experience in Continuous Improvement Lean or Operational Excellence
• Working knowledge of Lean tools (5S Kaizen Value Stream Mapping Standard Work A3 Root Cause Analysis)
• Strong analytical problem-solving and facilitation skills
• Ability to work effectively with both hourly and salaried teams
• Manufacturing fulfillment or warehouse experience preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) a plus
• Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced plant or warehouse environment

What do we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and market
• Generous benefits 401k match and PTO (even insurance for your fur babies!)
• Employee discounts on Cirkul products
• New corporate office space with great amenities
• Opportunity to work with a best in class team in a hyper growth company taking over the hydration industry
• A culture that rewards results

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Please note: At this time we will not provide sponsorship for employment visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Cirkul Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and are committed to sustaining an equitable and inclusive people-first environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status. If youd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law please download the available EEO is the Law & EEO is the Law Supplement documents.