Continuous Improvement Supervisor

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Supervisor
Job Location: Dallas-USA-75261
Work Location Type: On-Site

About us Since 1942, SkyChefs has taken culinary excellence to new heights. As a trusted partner to the nation's leading airlines and retailers, we proudly deliver millions of meals and exceptional service experiences every year across 43 sites throughout the United States. Built on a legacy of operational excellence, culinary expertise, and continuous innovation, we are committed to setting the industry standard in aviation culinary, airline services, last-mile logistics, and retail commerce. From the kitchen to the runway, our teams work together to deliver quality, reliability, and service at every altitude. Our people are the heart of everything we do. At SkyChefs, a career is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow, lead, and make an impact in a fast-paced, team-driven environment. Join America's first, foremost, and finest and take your career to new heights. Role Purpose Statement

The Lean Process Supervisor leads continuous improvement initiatives to optimize operational efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and support business performance. This role supervises daily operations, drives Lean methodologies, and works cross-functionally to enhance processes and achieve organizational goals.

Main Accountabilities

Supervisor Responsibility

•Design and maintain continuous improvement systems, processes, and tools to support organizational objectives.
•Train and mentor team members in the use of Lean and Six Sigma tools and techniques.
•Develop and implement process changes to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
•Conduct root cause analysis to identify improvement opportunities
•Monitor and report on the progress of continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership

• Guide, motivate and develop staff within the Human Resources policies
• Make the company's values and management principles live in the department(s)
• Manage productivity hours and costs in the area of responsibility; initiate and steer corrective actions in case of deviations
• Participate and support company sponsored initiatives such as Quality, HACCP, Lean Manufacturing, Employee Safety and Production systems

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Industrial/Process Engineering or equivalent experience required
• In addition, two to five years' experience in developing and implementing production/process methods and with at least three to five years' experience in a manufacturing/automotive industry required
• Effective workshop facilitator skills required; experience in leading teams, driving change and delivering results
• Knowledge of lean concepts including Toyota Production System principles required
• Proven track record in Lean manufacturing and success in implementation of redesigned processes
• Six Sigma Black Belt, Green Belt or Lean Master Certification preferred
• Knowledge of Total Quality Management and Change Management experience is preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Sound delegation skills accompanied by effective ability for follow-up
• Proficiency with windows based software

SkyChefs is an EEO and Affirmative Action Employer of Women/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.