Director of Continuous Imrpovement

Catalis Dental Lab Partners•Tempe, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Continuous Improvement at JB Dental Lab will lead and scale the Tempe facility’s day-to-day operations, overseeing process engineering, supply chain, and quality to support the company’s growth and commitment to excellence. This role requires a strong, hands-on leader with deep manufacturing experience—ideally in regulated industries—to drive operational efficiency, build high-performing teams, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced, innovative dental lab environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Process Management, or a related technical discipline.
4-5 years of progressive leadership experience in operations or manufacturing management including technical and people management, preferably in discrete/batch manufacturing.
Strong technical expertise in manufacturing processes and systems, preferably within medical devices, dental products or regulated environment.
Proven ability to lead in a regulated environment with a focus on quality and compliance.
Experience with ERP systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
Experience using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Tempe site, ensuring all process engineering, supply chain, and quality objectives are met.
Collaborate closely with the company leaders to gain a deep understanding of the dental industry and integrate their vision into site operations.
Build and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.
Develop and execute plans to scale operations effectively, supporting the company’s growth trajectory.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency.
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product design, manufacturing, and delivery processes.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance of site operations.
Represent the company in interactions with local stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and vendors.
Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory standards.