Business Excellence Manager

PolyPeptide Laboratories • Torrance, CA

32d • $120,000 - $140,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Lead transformation. Drive performance. Shape the future. We're seeking a Business Excellence Manager to own the site's operational excellence roadmap and embed a culture of continuous improvement, digital maturity, and Lean leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in science/business (Master's or MBA preferred).
• 5+ years in operational excellence or pharmaceutical/CDMO manufacturing leadership.
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt (Black Belt preferred).
• Expertise in process optimization, KPI design, and digital tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Site Director to execute strategic priorities.
• Lead transformation initiatives delivering measurable impact on cost, quality, and throughput.
• Deploy Lean Six Sigma and structured problem-solving across value streams.
• Drive digital adoption, KPI visibility, and automation for smarter decisions.
• Build a high-performance culture through coaching and change management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees