Join us at Zone 5 Technologies where innovation and cutting-edge technology drive pioneering advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Based in the vibrant city of San Luis Obispo CA, we’re seeking talented individuals to join and contribute to our growing team.
We thrive on pushing boundaries and inventing solutions to real-world challenges. Join a community of forward-thinkers who collaborate to create impactful products with a global reach. Our team, consisting of engineers and professionals, is prepared to overcome new frontiers and deliver innovative solutions in the field of unmanned aircraft systems.
We are seeking a results-driven Production Continuous Improvement Manager to coach teams in scientific problem-solving while delivering measurable operational improvements through Toyota Kata methodology. This hands-on role requires an individual who can develop improvement capabilities across production teams while executing targeted improvement projects that drive quantifiable results in our high-growth manufacturing environment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
• 7+ years hands-on experience in production environments implementing continuous improvement methodologies
• Toyota Kata certification or demonstrated experience with Improvement Kata and Coaching Kata methodologies
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred, or equivalent demonstrated proficiency with Lean tools and statistical analysis
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills with ability to develop scientific thinking in others
• Experience with PDCA experimentation, hypothesis testing, and systematic problem-solving approaches
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software and data visualization tools
• Demonstrated track record of delivering measurable results in manufacturing operations
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in aerospace, defense, automotive, or high-precision manufacturing
• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing concepts
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing execution systems
• Certification in project management (PMP) or change management