Continuous Improvement Technician

• Maintain a consistent presence on the floor to observe operations support teams and identify improvement opportunities.
• Coach frontline teams in applying Lean tools to address process gaps and drive improvements
• Support continuous improvement efforts through follow-up coaching and reinforcement of standard work.
• Lead or support improvement initiatives using Lean and structured problem-solving methods.
• Participate in shift FMDS meetings and reinforce daily management practices.
• Facilitate root cause problem-solving activities using PDCA 5 whys fishbone analysis and other lean tools.
• Support data collection trend analysis and KPI reporting to identify operational improvement opportunities.
• Maintain process documentation and track improvement activity.
• Use process mapping and flow analysis to identify opportunities to improve forklift movement material flow and layout efficiency.
• Occasional regional travel as needed to support improvement activities.
• Occasional off-hours and weekend work required to support a 24/7 operation especially during peak season

Qualifications :

Required

• 3 years of experience in manufacturing continuous improvement operations support or related industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies including: PDCA
• 5S
• standard work
• root cause analysis
• visual management
• Strong analytical troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with frontline employees supervisors and cross-functional teams.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel and manufacturing data tracking systems.
• Ability to maintain a consistent floor presence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Supports initiatives focused on improving OEE reducing waste and minimizing operational losses.

Preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience supporting TPM reliability improvement or production efficiency initiatives.
• Exposure to manufacturing KPI systems including OEE downtime tracking waste analysis and productivity reporting.
• Experience with Power BI MES CMMS SAP or other manufacturing systems preferred.
• Food & Beverage manufacturing experience preferred.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associates or Bachelors degree in: Industrial technology Engineering Operations Management Supply Chain Business or a related technical discipline.

• Equivalent combination of education Lean training and manufacturing experience will be considered.

Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing continuous improvement operations support production supervision maintenance coordination or related industrial environment required.

Additional Information :

POMs Dedication to You:

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training webinars and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals overcome challenges and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: To date our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick through their foundations and The Wonderful Company have invested more than $2.5 billion in education health and wellness community development and sustainability initiatives across Californias Central Valley Fiji and the 2025 Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLEs 100 Companies That Care list and was named one of Fortune magazines 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts visit .
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products including our 100% pomegranate juices healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California we grow handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas fresh fruit when in season and fresh arils.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company a successful fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Companys connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving education initiatives and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in Californias Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report visit . 

Weve made Wonderful Pistachios Americas fastest-growing snack brand. Weve turned pomegranates and POM Wonderful into a worldwide phenomenon. Wonderful Halos is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America. FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in America. JUSTIN Wine produces Californias top-selling high-end Cabernet Sauvignon. And Teleflora is the worlds leading floral delivery service. To learn more about The Wonderful Company its products and its core values visit or follow us on Facebook Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance equity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age protected veteran status or other protected categories.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time