Continuous Improvement Manager

American Woodmark - Anaheim, CA

Hiring: Continuous Improvement Manager Company: American Woodmark Location: Anaheim, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 14:35:46 About the job Experience: •5+ years Continuous Improvement experience - Required •2+ years in a leadership role and demonstrated track record of implementation success - Required •Toyota Production System (or company with similar system preferred) - Preferred Required Skills: •Lead and oversee successfully deploying sustainable standard leadership and lean tools throughout organization including but not limited to; Daily Management, Standard Work, Leadership Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, Pull System, Visual Management and A3 thinking. •Help to establish an organizational culture of Continuous Improvement by acting as a coach and mentor to all levels of the organization. •Through the use of Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, or other similar technique identify processes and eliminate 8 level waste within the organization that can achieve a significant gain. •Continually challenge conventional thinking by challenging current processes and procedures in the spirit of continuous improvement. •Models what it means to be a change agent within the organization. •Interface directly with organizational Leaders to build Kaizen funnel and opportunities for improvement. •Facilitate Kaizen Events and coach team members on Kaizen preparation and post-Kaizen action implementation. •Work closely with the Business Unit to identify and deploy meaningful KPI’s. Qualifications: •Direct message the job poster from American Woodmark •Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, and On Boarding Professional focused on the Candidate Experience •American Woodmark is now part of MasterBrand, the largest residential cabinet manufacturer in North America. Together, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of trusted cabinetry brands and products to homeowners, builders, dealers, and retailers. •At MasterBrand, our purpose is Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, our products have helped shape the spaces where people live, gather, and make lasting memories. •Excellent analytical, project management and presentation skills •Strong computer skills with background with ERP Systems and Microsoft Office •Exceptional leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills (both verbal and written) •Highly developed problem solving and project management skill •Bachelors Degree Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (advanced degree helpful) - Required •Lean Certified or equivalent experience - Required Compensation: •$119,000 - $150,000 / year •401(k) Retirement Savings Plan & Profit Sharing Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!