Continuous Improvement Specialist

Cirkul, Inc • Tampa, FL

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About The Position

Cirkul is a rapidly growing company on a mission to transform how beverages are developed, distributed, and enjoyed. It’s a new way to hydrate—so 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 DrinkCirkul.com, and Cirkul is also sold by Amazon, Costco, Walmart, Kroger, and grocery stores nationwide.
Based on a survey conducted with 3,258 Cirkul Customers
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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2–5 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
• Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced, plant or warehouse environment

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing, fulfillment, or warehouse experience preferred
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) a plus

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees