Process Improvement Leader

Veritiv • Fullerton, CA

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About The Position

The Process Improvement Leader identifies, develops, and implements continuous improvement initiatives throughout a corrugated manufacturing operation. Working closely with Operations, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and other cross-functional teams, this hands-on leader improves productivity, efficiency, quality, safety, and overall plant performance. The role analyzes production processes and performance data to reduce downtime, waste, scrap, rework, setup and changeover times, and manufacturing costs while increasing throughput, equipment utilization, and customer service. A strong presence on the plant floor and collaboration with employees and leaders at all levels are central to identifying root causes, implementing practical and sustainable solutions, and building a culture of continuous improvement.

The role requires a strong manufacturing background, problem-solving ability, and experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, or similar methodologies. Experience in corrugated packaging or converting is highly preferred. The position involves working in a non-climate-controlled warehouse, with possible exposure to cold, heat, damp or humid conditions, loud noise, dust, mechanical hazards, moving objects, and moving vehicles. Physical activities include walking and standing throughout the warehouse, lifting and carrying items, pushing and pulling products using material-handling equipment, and stooping or kneeling when handling floor-level products.

Veritiv describes itself as a full-service provider of packaging solutions and also offers JanSan, hygiene, print, and publishing products and services. Its stated benefits include healthcare coverage, insurance, a 401(k), paid time off, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and other fringe benefits.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of related job experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production systems, continuous improvement principles, and Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, standard work, and root-cause analysis.
• Knowledge of manufacturing performance metrics, including OEE, downtime, scrap, waste, labor efficiency, throughput, and schedule attainment.
• Experience leading and implementing continuous improvement projects.
• Experience with root-cause analysis and corrective-action processes.
• Experience analyzing production data and developing performance metrics.
• Experience working directly with production personnel and manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to identify problems, determine root causes, develop effective solutions, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and maintain a strong plant-floor presence.
• Ability to engage employees, lead change, build accountability, and promote safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to establish priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver measurable results.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to sudden changes in the work environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and diplomacy skills; ability to communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to lift, twist, and carry 50–75 pounds; manipulate (push and pull) up to 160 pounds of product with material-handling equipment; and use a pallet jack with skids weighing up to 2,000 pounds.
• Ability to lift items weighing a few ounces up to 150 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to walk and stand throughout the warehouse and to stoop, bend, and kneel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (6sigma/IASSC).
• Previous experience in corrugated packaging, converting, printing, or a related manufacturing environment is strongly preferred.
• Experience with OEE, downtime tracking, scrap reduction, changeover reduction, and productivity improvement preferred.
• Experience working with corrugators and converting equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and operational performance.
• Analyze production data and key performance indicators—including downtime, waste, scrap, labor efficiency, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)—to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to implement sustainable process improvements, reduce equipment downtime, and improve production flow.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and root-cause analysis methods to identify inefficiencies and develop corrective actions.
• Develop and implement standardized work processes, operating procedures, and measurable performance improvement goals.
• Facilitate continuous improvement activities, engage employees in problem-solving, and promote accountability and operational excellence.
• Maintain an active presence on the production floor to evaluate processes, support improvement initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Provide leadership to others regarding work-related systems, processes, and challenges.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a health savings account.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Extensive training opportunities, professional development programs, career pathing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Employee Resource Groups, the Veritiv Cultural Alliance, and a recognition platform.
• Other fringe benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree