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Kimco Staffing Services, Inc.

Continuous Improvement Technician (Food)

Kimco Staffing Services, Inc., Gardena, California, United States, 90248

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Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Growing food production facility near Gardena, CA is seeking a hands‑on

Continuous Improvement Manager

to lead CI initiatives, 5S programs, and capital projects across our manufacturing operations. This role focuses on improving shop floor performance, business processes, and overall value chain efficiency while ensuring improvements are sustained long‑term.

This position is

not a standard 40-hour role . The successful candidate must be available as needed, including weekends, when critical project work is scheduled.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute

Continuous Improvement (CI)

projects using

DMAIC

Serve as

5S Champion

and ensure long‑term sustainment of improvements

Manage

capital improvement projects

and support capital planning

Implement CI changes on the shop floor (layout, material flow, Kanban, workstation design)

Conduct data analysis using control charts, Pareto charts, histograms, etc.

Drive waste reduction, productivity improvements, lead time and WIP reduction

Perform root cause analysis and barrier removal

Create standard work, time studies, and production support tools

Track, document, and report project results

Support Kaizen and continuous improvement culture throughout the facility

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

3+ years of manufacturing experience

Strong knowledge of Lean tools:

5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 8 Wastes

Food manufacturing experience preferred

Experience leading

capital projects

Strong technical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Intermediate to advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Ability to analyze data and apply practical solutions

Basic mechanical skills (hand tools, drill press, cutoff saw)

Must be willing to work

50+ hours per week

Weekend work required

when project timelines demand it

Flexible weekday scheduling when appropriate

Why Join Us

High‑impact leadership role

Direct influence on plant performance and growth

Opportunity to manage major operational improvements

Stable, growing manufacturing environment

Medical insurance

401(k)

Vision insurance

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